Description

Acrylic Acid 3-Bromopropyl Ester is a reactive bifunctional monomer featuring both an acrylic ester and a bromoalkyl group. This compound is valued for its ability to introduce polymerizable acrylate functionality alongside a versatile bromine handle for further chemical modification. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the polymer and specialty chemical industries for synthesizing advanced materials, including functional polymers, cross-linking agents, and photoinitiators.

Application

• Polymer Modification & Cross-linking Agent: Used to introduce reactive sites or cross-linkable groups into polymer backbones, enhancing thermal and mechanical properties.
• Synthesis of Photoinitiators: Serves as a key intermediate in the production of photoactive compounds for UV-curable coatings, inks, and adhesives.
• Surface Functionalization: Employed to graft acrylate chains onto various surfaces (e.g., glass, metals, polymers) to alter surface energy, adhesion, or biocompatibility.
• Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Intermediates: Acts as a building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules for active ingredient development.
• Hydrogel Synthesis: Utilized in creating cross-linked hydrogel networks for biomedical, cosmetic, or agricultural applications.
• Specialty Monomers for Adhesives: Incorporated into adhesive formulations to improve cure speed, bond strength, and chemical resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acrylic Acid 3-Bromopropyl Ester
CAS No.	64046-90-8
Molecular Formula	C6H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	193.04 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromopropyl Acrylate; 3-Bromopropanol Acrylate; Acrylic Acid 3-Bromopropyl Ester; 1-Bromo-3-acryloyloxypropane; 3-Bromopropyl Prop-2-enoate; β-Bromopropyl Acrylate; Bromopropyl Acrylate; 2-Propenoic Acid 3-Bromopropyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Acrylic Acid 3-Bromopropyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, purity verification, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise customer requirements. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for key parameters is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases, amines, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability. The product is moisture-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere when appropriate.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Bromine Content	Contact for details
Inhibitor (MEHQ)	Typically 50-200 ppm

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