Description

Benzenebutanoic Acid, 2-Bromo-.Alpha.,.Gamma.-Dioxo-, Ethyl Ester is a specialized brominated aromatic ketoester compound. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its unique molecular structure, which makes it a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by research and development laboratories and fine chemical manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring brominated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive bromine and keto functionalities.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile reagent for constructing complex organic frameworks in academic and industrial research settings.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard for method development and quality control in chemical analysis.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Benzenebutanoic Acid, 2-Bromo-.Alpha.,.Gamma.-Dioxo-, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	65037-18-5
Molecular Formula	C13H13BrO4
Molecular Weight	313.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Bromo-α,γ-dioxobenzenebutanoate; 2-Bromo-α,γ-dioxobenzenebutanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 4-(2-Bromophenyl)-2,4-dioxobutanoate; 4-(2-Bromophenyl)-2,4-dioxobutanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 2-Bromo-α,γ-dioxo-benzenebutanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzenebutanoic acid, 2-bromo-α,γ-dioxo-, ethyl ester; Ethyl (2-bromobenzoyl)pyruvate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Benzenebutanoic Acid, 2-Bromo-.Alpha.,.Gamma.-Dioxo-, Ethyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The compound may be sensitive to moisture and prolonged exposure to air; keep the container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.