Description

α-Bromo-n-Benzyl-n-Methylacetamide is a specialized brominated acetamide derivative, a high-value intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value proposition lies in its unique molecular structure, which serves as a versatile building block for constructing complex pharmacophores and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors seeking to introduce specific bromo-functionalized moieties into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides and fungicides, where the bromoacetamide group is integral to biological activity.
• Peptidomimetic Research: Serves as a valuable scaffold in medicinal chemistry for creating peptide analogs and enzyme inhibitors.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: Utilized by contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) for bespoke synthesis projects requiring bromo-acetamide functionality.
• Academic Research: A reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, exploring new C-N and C-C bond-forming reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-Bromo-n-Benzyl-n-Methylacetamide
CAS No.	73391-96-5
Molecular Formula	C10H12BrNO
Molecular Weight	242.11 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Benzyl-N-methyl-2-bromoacetamide; 2-Bromo-N-benzyl-N-methylacetamide; α-Bromo-N-benzyl-N-methylacetamide; N-Methyl-N-benzylbromoacetamide; Bromoacetic acid N-benzyl-N-methylamide; Acetamide, N-benzyl-2-bromo-N-methyl-; (Bromoacetyl)(benzyl)methylamine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our α-Bromo-n-Benzyl-n-Methylacetamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture. Handle and store in accordance with all applicable local and international regulations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.