Methyl 4-bromobutyrate (CAS 4897-84-1) is a brominated ester appearing as a colourless to light-yellow liquid. The terminal bromide and ester carbonyl are independently reactive, enabling alkylation followed by hydrolysis or amidation in a controlled sequence.
Methyl 4-bromobutyrate
Category:Organic Intermediates
CAS No.:4897-84-1
Product Grade: Industrial Grade
Purity / Assay: 98%
Molecular Formula:C₅H₉BrO₂
Molecular Weight:181.03
EINECS No.:225-523-3
Synonym(s):Methyl 4-bromobutanoate; 4-Bromobutyric acid methyl ester
Methyl 4-bromobutyrate (CAS 4897-84-1) is a brominated ester appearing as a colourless to light-yellow liquid. The terminal bromide and ester carbonyl are independently reactive, enabling alkylation followed by hydrolysis or amidation in a controlled sequence.
1. Alkylating agent for the introduction of butyrate chains.
2. Intermediate for cyclopropyl-containing pharmaceutical actives.
3. Building block for cyclic compounds and heterocycles.
4. Reagent in substitution and cyclization reactions.
200kg/drum; 25kg/drum
CAS No.: 4897-84-1
Product Name: Methyl 4-bromobutyrate
Purity / Assay:98%
Molecular Formula:C₅H₉BrO₂
Molecular Weight:181.03
EINECS No.:225-523-3
Synonym(s):Methyl 4-bromobutanoate; 4-Bromobutyric acid methyl ester
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