Description

Butyl 3-Bromopropanoate is an organic ester compound featuring a reactive bromoalkyl chain. This chemical serves as a versatile alkylating agent and a key synthetic intermediate in the production of more complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), crop protection agents, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a propanoate ester moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators as a key alkylating or esterification reagent.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratories and pilot plants for nucleophilic substitution reactions, esterifications, and the introduction of the 3-bromopropionate functional group.
• Specialty Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for surfactants, polymer modifiers, and other fine chemicals where the bromine atom offers a site for further functionalization.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of novel monomers or cross-linking agents for advanced polymeric materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butyl 3-Bromopropanoate
CAS No.	6973-79-1
Molecular Formula	C7H13BrO2
Molecular Weight	209.08 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromopropanoic Acid Butyl Ester; Butyl β-Bromopropionate; n-Butyl 3-Bromopropanoate; β-Bromopropionic Acid Butyl Ester; 3-Bromopropionic Acid Butyl Ester; Butyl 3-Bromopropionate; Propanoic acid, 3-bromo-, butyl ester
EINECS	230-186-5

Quality Control

Our Butyl 3-Bromopropanoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.455 - 1.465
Density (20°C)	1.30 - 1.35 g/mL

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