Description

Diethyl Dibromomalonate is a versatile brominated malonate ester, a key synthetic intermediate valued for its reactive bromine atoms and active methylene group. This compound is essential for introducing the dibromomalonate moiety into complex molecular frameworks, enabling the synthesis of heterocycles, pharmaceuticals, and fine chemicals. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing malonate-derived structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents that require brominated intermediates.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a reagent for the preparation of specialty chemicals, dyes, and complex esters.
• Heterocyclic Chemistry: Employed in cyclization reactions to construct various nitrogen- and oxygen-containing heterocycles, which are common scaffolds in medicinal chemistry.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethyl Dibromomalonate
CAS No.	631-22-1
Molecular Formula	C7H10Br2O4
Molecular Weight	309.96 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl 2,2-dibromomalonate; Dibromomalonic Acid Diethyl Ester; Malonic Acid, Dibromo-, Diethyl Ester; Diethyl Dibromopropanedioate; Ethyl Dibromomalonate; 2,2-Dibromomalonic Acid Diethyl Ester; Propanedioic Acid, 2,2-Dibromo-, 1,3-Diethyl Ester
EINECS	211-154-5

Quality Control

Our Diethyl Dibromomalonate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by GC/HPLC and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.