Ethyl bromoacetate

Ethyl bromoacetate (CAS 105-36-2, EC 203-290-9, C4H7BrO2) is a reactive halogenated ester also referred to as ethyl 2-bromoacetate, ethyl monobromoacetate, or ethyl α-bromoacetate. It carries no assigned E-code. It is registered under REACH and classified as a hazardous substance requiring appropriate handling controls.

In pharmaceutical synthesis, ethyl bromoacetate serves as an alkylating agent, introducing the acetate group into target molecules during active pharmaceutical ingredient production. In personal care formulations, it functions as a precursor in fragrance chemistry and contributes antimicrobial activity through its electrophilic reactivity with microbial cell components.

Ethyl bromoacetate is supplied in pharmaceutical-grade quality meeting relevant purity specifications for industrial synthesis applications. It is available in standard drum and IBC packaging formats and is subject to REACH registration requirements within the European Economic Area. Buyers should confirm grade suitability against their internal specification prior to ordering.