Description

Acetic Acid, Bromo-, Diphenylmethyl Ester is a specialized organic bromoacetate ester with a diphenylmethyl protecting group. This compound is valued as a versatile synthetic intermediate and protecting group reagent in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the controlled introduction of bromoacetyl functionality. It is primarily utilized by research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical ingredient manufacturers, and fine chemical producers engaged in the synthesis of complex molecules, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the multi-step synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptide Chemistry & Bioconjugation: Acts as a reagent for introducing bromoacetyl groups onto peptides, proteins, or other biomolecules for conjugation and linker strategies.
• Protecting Group Reagent: The diphenylmethyl (DPM) ester group serves as a robust acid-labile protecting group for carboxylic acids in complex synthetic sequences.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for constructing carbon-carbon bonds and exploring new reaction methodologies.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetic Acid, Bromo-, Diphenylmethyl Ester
CAS No.	79287-72-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₃BrO₂
Molecular Weight	305.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Diphenylmethyl Bromoacetate; (Diphenylmethoxy)carbonylmethyl Bromide; Bromoacetic Acid Diphenylmethyl Ester; α-Bromoacetic Acid Benzhydryl Ester; Benzhydryl Bromoacetate; DPM Bromoacetate; Bromoacetyl Diphenylmethyl Ester; Bromoacetic Acid DPM Ester
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Quality Control

Our Acetic Acid, Bromo-, Diphenylmethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay (by HPLC or titration), identity confirmation (by IR and/or NMR), and impurity profile. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for research and cGMP manufacturing.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is moisture-sensitive; ensure containers are sealed under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen after opening to maintain stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Purity (GC)	≥96.0%
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.