Molekula
tert-Butyl bromoacetate
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tert-Butyl bromoacetate is a reactive organic compound used in synthetic chemistry, particularly in the formation of carbon-carbon bonds and as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a pungent odor. CAS: 5292-43-3, Molecular Formula: BrCH₂COOC(CH₃)₃, Molecular Weight: 195.05 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Hazard warning: Danger. Molekula supplies tert-Butyl bromoacetate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 g — $58.70 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless liquid |
| Water | ≤ 0.5% |
| Assay | ≥ 99.0% |
| Residue on Evaporation | ≤ 0.1% |
| Acid Content | ≤ 0.1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 49 °C |
| Transport Class | 8 (3) |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 33912880 |
| CAS Number | 5292-43-3 |
| IUPAC Name | tert-butyl 2-bromoacetate |
| EC Number | 226-133-6 |
| Molecular Formula | BrCH2COOC(CH3)3 |
| Molecular Weight | 195.05 |
| Exact Mass | 193.9942 |
| SMILES | CC(C)(C)OC(=O)CBr |
| InChIKey | BNWCETAHAJSBFG-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H11BrO2/c1-6(2,3)9-5(8)4-7/h4H2,1-3H3 |
| PubChem CID | 79177 |
| UN Number | UN2920 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2915907090 |
| Tariff Code | 2915907090 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H226 Flammable liquid and vapour
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1,1-dimethylethyl 2-bromoacetate
- 1,1-Dimethylethyl monobromoacetate
- Acetic acid, 2-bromo-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester
- Acetic acid, bromo-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester
- Acetic acid, bromo-, tert-butyl ester
- BrCH2C(O)OC(CH3)3
- Bromoacetic Acid tert-Butyl Ester
- t-butyl 2-bromoacetate
- t-Butyl bromoacetate
- tert-butyl 2-bromoacetate
Frequently asked questions
What is tert-Butyl bromoacetate used for?
It is primarily used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of tert-Butyl bromoacetate?
The formula is BrCH2COOC(CH3)3 with a molecular weight of 195.05 g/mol.
How should tert-Butyl bromoacetate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of tert-Butyl bromoacetate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies tert-Butyl bromoacetate in technical grade; custom grades available upon request.
Can Molekula supply tert-Butyl bromoacetate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply tert-Butyl bromoacetate in bulk quantities; please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with a purchase of tert-Butyl bromoacetate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation available upon request.
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