Description

2-Bromo-4-Methylpentanoic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile brominated ester building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key intermediate for introducing functionalized alkyl chains and for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring chiral, branched alkyl bromides.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its bromine atom serves as a reactive handle for further functionalization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the research and preparation of novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful in the synthesis of molecular probes and labeled compounds for biochemical and diagnostic research.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A key starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-Methylpentanoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	61837-46-5
Molecular Formula	C8H15BrO2
Molecular Weight	223.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-Bromo-4-methylpentanoate; 4-Methyl-2-bromopentanoic Acid Methyl Ester; 2-Bromo-4-methyl-pentanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 2-Bromo-4-methylvalerate; 2-Bromo-4-methylvaleric Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl α-Bromoisocaproate; α-Bromo-4-methylvaleric Acid Methyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4-Methylpentanoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.25 - 1.35
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.450 - 1.460

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