Description

Bromoacetic Acid CAS NO 79-08-3 is a versatile and reactive organobromine compound that serves as a key alkylating agent and building block in organic synthesis. Its high reactivity, particularly in nucleophilic substitution reactions, makes it indispensable for introducing the carboxymethyl group into target molecules. This chemical is essential for manufacturers and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to synthesize active ingredients, intermediates, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including certain anticancer and antiviral agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where it acts as a key alkylating agent.
• Biochemical Reagent: Employed in protein chemistry and biochemistry for carboxymethylation reactions, such as modifying amino acids like cysteine.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, hydrogels, and functional materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in the preparation of esters, amides, and other derivatives for further chemical transformations in fine chemical production.
• Laboratory Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for method development and exploratory synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bromoacetic Acid
CAS No.	79-08-3
Molecular Formula	C2H3BrO2
Molecular Weight	138.95 g/mol
Synonyms	Bromoethanoic Acid; Monobromoacetic Acid; MBA; Carboxymethyl Bromide; α-Bromoacetic Acid; 2-Bromoacetic Acid; Bromoessigsäure (German); Acide bromoacétique (French)
EINECS	201-175-8

Quality Control

Our Bromoacetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing results from tests including assay, melting point, and heavy metal content. Our quality commitment ensures reliability for your critical synthesis and production processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature and strong acid properties, the container must be kept tightly sealed and separated from bases, amines, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	49 - 51 °C
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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