Description

Dodecyl 2-Bromoisobutyrate is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of brominated esters, serving as a crucial initiator and chain transfer agent in advanced polymerization processes. Its value lies in its ability to precisely control polymer architecture, enabling the synthesis of materials with tailored properties for high-performance applications. This product is essential for R&D chemists and production engineers in the polymer, specialty chemical, and advanced materials industries seeking to develop novel block copolymers, functional surfaces, and other precision-engineered polymeric structures.

Application

• Atom Transfer Radical Polymerization (ATRP) Initiator: A key component for the controlled synthesis of polymers with predetermined molecular weights and low polydispersity.
• Surface-Initiated Polymerization: Used to graft polymer brushes from surfaces (e.g., silicon, gold, polymers) for creating functional coatings with specific properties like hydrophilicity, lubrication, or anti-fouling.
• Synthesis of Block Copolymers: Enables the sequential growth of different polymer blocks, essential for creating thermoplastic elastomers, compatibilizers, and self-assembling nanomaterials.
• Macromolecular Engineering: Facilitates the creation of star polymers, hyperbranched polymers, and other complex polymeric architectures with precise functionality.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functionalization agent to introduce bromoester groups into polymer chains for further chemical reactions or cross-linking.
• Research & Development: A vital tool in academic and industrial labs for exploring new polymerization mechanisms and novel polymeric materials.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Dodecyl 2-Bromoisobutyrate
CAS No.	934001-46-4
Molecular Formula	C16H31BrO2
Molecular Weight	335.32 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-2-methylpropionic Acid Dodecyl Ester; Lauryl 2-Bromoisobutyrate; Dodecyl 2-Bromo-2-methylpropanoate; 2-Bromoisobutyric Acid Dodecyl Ester; 2-Bromo-2-methylpropionic Acid Lauryl Ester; Dodecyl α-Bromoisobutyrate; 1-Dodecyl 2-bromo-2-methylpropanoate; Bromoisobutyric Acid Dodecyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Dodecyl 2-Bromoisobutyrate is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, which is critical for reproducible polymerization results. We employ advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical properties is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (GC Area %)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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