2-Bromopropanedioic Acid

• CAT Number: R057983
• CAS Number: 600-31-7
• Molecular Formula: C3H3BrO4
• Molecular Weight: 182.957
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: Bromomalonic Acid; Monobromomalonic Acid
• Storage: Store at -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 2-bromopropanedioic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C3H3BrO4/c4-1(2(5)6)3(7)8/h1H,(H,5,6)(H,7,8)
• InChIKey: VBZOUUJVGADJBK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C(C(=O)O)(C(=O)O)Br

2-Bromopropanedioic acid is a halogenated derivative of propanedioic acid (malonic acid) where a bromine atom replaces a hydrogen atom in the molecule. This modification significantly enhances its reactivity, making it a valuable building block in organic synthesis. The presence of both bromine and carboxylic acid functional groups allows it to participate in various chemical reactions, such as substitution and condensation, useful for synthesizing more complex molecules. It is particularly important in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.