Description

2-Bromophosphonoacetic Acid is a versatile organophosphorus compound that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine and phosphonic acid functional groups, makes it a valuable reagent for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzyme inhibition.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for phosphonate-based ligands used in metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science: Employed in the development of flame retardants, corrosion inhibitors, and specialty polymers.
• Peptide Mimetics: Useful for incorporating phosphonate groups into peptide analogs to create protease inhibitors.
• Chemical Biology Research: Acts as a tool compound for studying biochemical pathways involving phosphonate metabolism.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromophosphonoacetic Acid
CAS No.	97730-55-7
Molecular Formula	C2H4BrO5P
Molecular Weight	218.93 g/mol
Synonyms	(Bromophosphinyl)acetic Acid; Acetic Acid, 2-Bromo-2-oxo-1-phosphono-; 2-Bromo-2-oxo-1-phosphonoacetic Acid; Bromo(phosphono)acetic Acid; α-Bromophosphonoacetic Acid; Bromophosphonoethanoic Acid; NSC 339063; BRPAA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromophosphonoacetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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