Description

Methyl 4-(4-Bromophenyl)-2,4-Dioxobutanoate is a high-purity organic building block and synthetic intermediate of significant commercial and research value. Its unique β-diketone ester structure, featuring a bromophenyl substituent, makes it a versatile precursor for constructing complex heterocycles and functionalized molecules. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for constructing fused heterocyclic cores prevalent in medicinal chemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging the reactivity of the dioxobutanoate moiety.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating chelating ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: A potential building block for π-conjugated systems in organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials due to its aromatic and electron-accepting groups.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for method development, studying cyclization reactions, and exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of specialty dyes, pigments, and performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-(4-Bromophenyl)-2,4-Dioxobutanoate
CAS No.	60395-85-9
Molecular Formula	C11H9BrO4
Molecular Weight	285.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (4-Bromobenzoyl)pyruvate; 4-(4-Bromophenyl)-2,4-dioxobutanoic Acid Methyl Ester; 2,4-Dioxo-4-(4-bromophenyl)butyric Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 4-(4-Bromobenzoyl)-2-oxobutanoate; 4-Bromophenyl 2,4-dioxobutanoate Methyl Ester; (4-Bromobenzoyl)pyruvic Acid Methyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 4-(4-Bromophenyl)-2,4-Dioxobutanoate is produced and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture. Store away from incompatible materials such as strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and strong reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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