2-Bromo-2-methoxyacetic acid CAS 960365-86-0

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.960365-86-0
Molecular FormulaC3H5BrO3
Molecular Weight168.97 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

2-Bromo-2-methoxyacetic acid CAS 960365-86-0 chemical structure

Description

2-Bromo-2-methoxyacetic acid (CAS 960365-86-0) is a high-purity analytical reference standard with the molecular formula C3H5BrO3 and a molecular weight of 168.97 g/mol.

Structurally, 2-Bromo-2-methoxyacetic acid (C3H5BrO3) contains a carboxylic acid group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage, bromine substitution. The molecule exhibits a degree of unsaturation (DBE) of 1.0, corresponding to approximately 1 ring(s) or double-bond equivalent(s). With a molecular weight of 168.97 g/mol, it falls into the medium-molecular-weight range. Halogen substitution (F/Cl/Br/I) produces a distinctive isotope pattern in mass spectrometry, a valuable aid for qualitative confirmation.

Recommended for analytical method development and validation; each product is supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) ensuring ISO 17034 metrological traceability.

CATO manufactures 2-Bromo-2-methoxyacetic acid under ISO 17034:2016 accreditation with dual CNAS and ANAB accreditation. Each batch is characterized by orthogonal methods and supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA), ensuring metrological traceability.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC3H5BrO3
Molecular Weight168.97 g/mol
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, keep sealed and dry, keep tightly closed to prevent evaporation
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO, water
StabilityHygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening; Contains ester bond; hydrolyzes under strong alkaline conditions
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)1.0
CAS Registry Year (est.)1988
Halogen ContentBr-containing

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