Ethyl 2-bromo-3-oxobutanoate
CAS: 609-13-2
Ref. 3D-FE167302
1g | Discontinued | ||
2g | Discontinued | ||
100mg | Discontinued | ||
250mg | Discontinued | ||
500mg | Discontinued |
Product Information
- Ethyl 2-Bromo-3-Oxobutanoate
- 2-Bromo-3-oxobutyric acid ethyl ester
Ethyl 2-bromo-3-oxobutanoate is a synthetic substance that is used as an active ingredient in the pharmaceutical industry. It is used to synthesize adriamycin, which is a chemotherapy drug. Ethyl 2-bromo-3-oxobutanoate inhibits DNA synthesis by binding to the enzyme topoisomerase II and inhibiting its function. This substance has been shown to have anticancer effects in vitro and in vivo. The reaction time of this substance can be shortened by the use of phosphites or acid catalysts.