Description

Bromoacetaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal is a versatile and reactive chemical building block, primarily valued for its role as a protected form of bromoacetaldehyde. This compound is essential for introducing the bromoacetaldehyde moiety into complex molecules under controlled conditions, enabling precise synthetic transformations. It is a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to synthesize active ingredients, fine chemicals, and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including antiviral and central nervous system (CNS) drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for fragrances, flavors, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in heterocyclic chemistry and as an alkylating agent in complex multi-step laboratory syntheses.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of polymers and advanced organic materials with specific functional properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bromoacetaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal
CAS No.	7252-83-7
Molecular Formula	C4H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	169.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-1,1-dimethoxyethane; (2-Bromoethoxy)dimethylacetal; Bromoacetaldehyde dimethyl acetal; Acetaldehyde, bromo-, dimethyl acetal; 1-Bromo-2,2-dimethoxyethane; Bromoacetaldehyde dimethylacetal; α-Bromoacetaldehyde dimethyl acetal; Bromoacetaldehyde dimethyl acetal (stabilized)
EINECS	230-656-0

Quality Control

Our Bromoacetaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and purity assays, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and research applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and conformance to agreed specifications.

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. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.4380 - 1.4420
Density (20°C)	1.410 - 1.430 g/mL

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