Description

Bromodichloroacetic Acid is a halogenated acetic acid derivative of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis and research. This compound serves as a versatile building block and intermediate, valued for its reactive halogen atoms which enable selective functionalization. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel compounds and studying reaction mechanisms.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a key precursor for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in laboratories for introducing the bromodichloroacetate moiety into complex molecules.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying halogenation reactions and structure-activity relationships.
• Material Science: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized polymers and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bromodichloroacetic Acid
CAS No.	71133-14-7
Molecular Formula	C2HBrCl2O2
Molecular Weight	207.83 g/mol
Synonyms	BDCAA; Bromodichloroethanoic Acid; 2-Bromo-2,2-dichloroacetic Acid; Dichlorobromoacetic Acid; Acetic acid, bromodichloro-; NSC 402124; Bromodichloroacetate
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Quality Control

Our Bromodichloroacetic Acid is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, appropriate chemical storage cabinets are advised.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 90.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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