2-Bromo-3-methylbutyric acid

CAS: 565-74-2

Ref. 3D-FB38473

Product Information

• Name: 2-Bromo-3-methylbutyric acid
• Synonyms: 2-Bromoisovaleric acid, (2R)-2-bromo-3-methylbutanoate, (2S)-2-bromo-3-methylbutanoate, (±)-α-Bromoisopentanoic acid, 1-Acetoxy-3-Bromopropane, 2-Bromo-3-Methylbutanoic Acid, 2-Bromoisovalerric Acid, 3-Bromopropyl Acetate, <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-α-Bromo-β-methylbutyric acid, Butanoic acid, 2-bromo-3-methyl-, Butyric acid, 2-bromo-3-methyl-, Isovaleric acid, α-bromo-, NSC 167, NSC 6967, α-Bromoisovaleric acid

Description

2-Bromo-3-methylbutyric acid is a chiral compound that can be synthesized in the laboratory. It is an organic solvent and a biochemical reagent. The amide group in this molecule reacts with succinic acid to form 2-bromo-3-methylsuccinic acid. This product is used for the synthesis of various drugs, including antihypertensive agents and antibiotics. 2-Bromo-3-methylbutyric acid is also used as a substrate for the production of aminopyrine. This product is used as an intermediate for the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, such as antibiotics and antihypertensive agents. The active substance in this product is bromomalonic acid, which has been shown to have high antioxidant activity in red blood cells.

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 181.03 g/mol
• Formula: C₅H₉BrO₂
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: White Powder