Description

tert-Butyl 2-Bromo-3-Phenylpropionate is a valuable brominated ester building block used in advanced organic synthesis. Its structure, featuring a reactive bromine atom and a protected carboxylic acid group, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications such as active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) synthesis and the development of novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing chiral centers or phenylpropionate moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as an alkylating agent or a precursor for further functional group transformations in complex molecule assembly.
• Peptidomimetics & Bioactive Molecule Development: Employed in medicinal chemistry for creating peptide analogs and other bioactive compounds.
• Material Science Research: Potential monomer or intermediate in the synthesis of specialized polymers and advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butyl 2-Bromo-3-Phenylpropionate
CAS No.	75898-42-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₇BrO₂
Molecular Weight	285.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-3-phenylpropionic acid tert-butyl ester; tert-Butyl α-bromo-β-phenylpropionate; β-Phenyl-α-bromopropionic acid tert-butyl ester; 3-Phenyl-2-bromopropanoic acid 1,1-dimethylethyl ester; (2-Bromo-3-phenylpropanoyl) tert-butyl ester; 75898-42-9; tert-Butyl 2-bromo-3-phenylpropanoate
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Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl 2-Bromo-3-Phenylpropionate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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