Description

2-(4-Morpholino)Ethyl 2-Bromoisobutyrate is a specialized bifunctional molecule that serves as a critical initiator and functional monomer in advanced polymer synthesis. Its unique structure, combining a bromoisobutyrate group with a morpholino moiety, makes it an essential building block for creating polymers with precise architecture and tailored properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing next-generation materials, including functional coatings, biomedical polymers, and specialty adhesives.

Application

• ATRP Initiator: Serves as a key initiator in Atom Transfer Radical Polymerization (ATRP) for synthesizing well-defined polymers with controlled molecular weight and low polydispersity.
• Functional Monomer: Incorporated into polymer backbones to introduce tertiary amine functionality from the morpholine group, enhancing properties like hydrophilicity or enabling post-polymerization modification.
• Surface-Initiated Polymerization: Used to graft polymer brushes from surfaces (e.g., silicon, gold, polymers) for creating smart coatings, anti-fouling surfaces, or sensor platforms.
• Bioconjugation & Drug Delivery: Facilitates the synthesis of polymer-drug conjugates or functional carriers where the morpholine group can act as a targeting ligand or influence endosomal escape.
• Block Copolymer Synthesis: Enables the production of complex block and star copolymers for applications in nanotechnology, photonics, and elastomers.
• Hydrogel Formation: Participates in the synthesis of cross-linked or stimuli-responsive hydrogel networks for biomedical and separation technologies.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-(4-Morpholino)Ethyl 2-Bromoisobutyrate
CAS No.	627106-74-5
Molecular Formula	C11H20BrNO3
Molecular Weight	294.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Bromo-2-methylpropanoyloxy)ethyl morpholine; 2-Bromo-2-methylpropanoic Acid 2-Morpholinoethyl Ester; 2-Morpholinoethyl α-Bromoisobutyrate; 2-(Morpholin-4-yl)ethyl 2-bromo-2-methylpropanoate; 2-Bromo-2-methylpropionic Acid 2-Morpholinoethyl Ester; MBIB-Morph; ATRP Initiator with Morpholine Group
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(4-Morpholino)Ethyl 2-Bromoisobutyrate is manufactured and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for sensitive polymerization reactions. Our quality control process includes comprehensive analytical characterization. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity and reactivity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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