Description

Ethyl 5-Bromo-2,2-Dimethylpentanoate is a high-purity brominated ester compound valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring a reactive bromine atom and a sterically hindered ester group, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring branched alkyl chains or halogenated motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile electrophile in alkylation reactions or as a precursor for further functional group transformations in fine chemical manufacturing.
• Liquid Crystal & Material Science: Potential intermediate in the development of specialty monomers and polymers for advanced material applications.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: May be used as a synthetic precursor for certain ester-based aroma compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory chemistry in both university and corporate laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 5-Bromo-2,2-Dimethylpentanoate
CAS No.	77858-42-5
Molecular Formula	C9H17BrO2
Molecular Weight	237.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-2,2-dimethylpentanoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 5-bromo-2,2-dimethylvalerate; 2,2-Dimethyl-5-bromopentanoic acid ethyl ester; Pentanoic acid, 5-bromo-2,2-dimethyl-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 5-bromo-2,2-dimethylpentanoate; 77858-42-5 (CAS)
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Quality Control

Every batch of Ethyl 5-Bromo-2,2-Dimethylpentanoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and high purity. Our standard grade typically meets a purity specification of ≥97% (by GC/HPLC), suitable for most synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment. We can also support development projects requiring custom purity grades or specific impurity controls.

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. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.455 - 1.465
Density (20°C)	1.20 - 1.30 g/mL

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