Description

2,3-Dibromo-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Butyric Acid is a specialized fluorinated and brominated organic acid building block. This compound matters for its unique molecular architecture, combining a reactive carboxylic acid group with bromine and trifluoromethyl substituents, which are critical for modulating the physical and biological properties of advanced materials and pharmaceuticals. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for synthesizing novel active ingredients and functional intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those requiring fluorinated motifs for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the bromine and trifluoromethyl groups contribute to potent biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile precursor for further functionalization, enabling the construction of complex molecules for material science and chemical research.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Potential use in the design of novel ligands and organocatalysts due to its electron-withdrawing groups and potential for chiral center manipulation.
• Fluorinated Polymer Research: Investigated as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers with unique surface properties and chemical resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dibromo-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Butyric Acid
CAS No.	885276-57-3
Molecular Formula	C5H5Br2F3O2
Molecular Weight	329.90 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dibromo-3-(trifluoromethyl)butanoic acid; α,β-Dibromo-β-(trifluoromethyl)butyric acid; Butyric acid, 2,3-dibromo-3-(trifluoromethyl)-; 3-(Trifluoromethyl)-2,3-dibromobutanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dibromo-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Butyric Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. 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 process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature and properties as a strong acid/organic solvent, the container must be kept tightly sealed and separated from bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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