Description

Methyl Bromoacetate is a versatile and highly reactive alkylating agent and synthetic building block. Its value lies in its ability to introduce the bromoacetate moiety, a key functional group for constructing complex molecules in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including potential anticancer and antiviral agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Peptide Chemistry: Employed as an alkylating agent for modifying amino acids and synthesizing peptide mimetics.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A crucial reagent for esterification reactions, homologation, and the preparation of other bromo compounds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be used to introduce functional groups into polymer chains for specialty materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a fundamental tool in medicinal chemistry and material science research for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Bromoacetate
CAS No.	96-32-2
Molecular Formula	C3H5BrO2
Molecular Weight	152.98 g/mol
Synonyms	Bromoacetic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 2-Bromoacetate; Bromoacetate de Méthyle; Methylbromoacetat; 2-Bromoacetic Acid Methyl Ester; Acetic Acid, Bromo-, Methyl Ester; MEMA (Methyl Ester of MonoBromoAcetic Acid)
EINECS	202-499-2

Quality Control

Our Methyl Bromoacetate is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile and hygroscopic nature, keep the container tightly sealed when not in use and away from moisture, heat, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.455 - 1.460
Density (20°C)	1.650 - 1.680 g/mL

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