Description

11-Bromo-1-Undecanoic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile bifunctional organic building block, serving as a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a reactive bromoalkyl chain and a protected carboxylic acid group, makes it invaluable for constructing complex molecules with precise chain lengths. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors who require high-purity intermediates for product development and scale-up.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for creating long-chain fatty acid derivatives and prodrugs.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or chain extender in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and liquid crystals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: A key precursor for manufacturing certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Surface Modification Agent: Employed to functionalize surfaces and nanoparticles via its reactive bromine group for advanced material applications.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitutions to introduce undecanoic acid chains.
• Lipid & Biochemical Research: Acts as a synthetic precursor for labeled fatty acids and phospholipid analogs in metabolic studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	11-Bromo-1-Undecanoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	6827-90-7
Molecular Formula	C12H23BrO2
Molecular Weight	279.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 11-bromoundecanoate; 11-Bromoundecanoic acid methyl ester; Undecanoic acid, 11-bromo-, methyl ester; Methyl 11-bromoundecanoate; Bromoundecanoic acid methyl ester; 11-Bromo-undecylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 11-bromo-1-undecanoate
EINECS	229-902-7

Quality Control

Our 11-Bromo-1-Undecanoic Acid Methyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee consistency and traceability for your critical R&D and production processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is moisture-sensitive; ensure the container is sealed after each use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.