Description

Pentanoic Acid, 5-Bromo-, Phenylmethyl Ester is a specialized brominated ester derivative of valeric acid, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both a reactive bromine atom and a benzyl ester group, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those requiring bromoalkyl or benzyl ester functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile electrophile or alkylating agent in multi-step synthetic routes for complex organic molecules.
• Liquid Crystal & Material Science: Potential intermediate in the production of specialty chemicals for advanced materials and electronic applications.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Used in the research and synthesis of novel aromatic compounds and esters for specialty applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in research laboratories for methodological studies and the development of new synthetic transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentanoic Acid, 5-Bromo-, Phenylmethyl Ester
CAS No.	60343-28-4
Molecular Formula	C12H15BrO2
Molecular Weight	271.15 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromovaleric Acid Benzyl Ester; Benzyl 5-Bromopentanoate; Benzyl 5-Bromovalerate; Pentanoic Acid, 5-Bromo-, Benzyl Ester; 5-Bromopentanoic Acid Benzyl Ester; Benzyl γ-Bromovalerate; 60343-28-4; Benzyl ester of 5-bromovaleric acid
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Quality Control

Our Pentanoic Acid, 5-Bromo-, Phenylmethyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. We employ advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

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.