Category:
Intermediates&Fine Chemicals
CAS NO:
195314-59-1
Standard:
Enterprise standard,
4-Bromomethyl-5-methyl-1,3-dioxol-2-one (MDO-Br) is a specialized brominated cyclic carbonate intermediate. Its core synthesis involves the reaction of 5-methyl-1,3-dioxolan-2-one with N-bromosuccinimide under controlled conditions. Molecular Formula: C₅H₇BrO₃; CAS No: 138970-66-0.
Store in a cool, dry place away from light and moisture to prevent hydrolysis. Handle with appropriate PPE due to potential skin irritation and lachrymatory effects. Do not use in direct human therapeutic applications without rigorous purification validation.