Uses
Used as brominating agent and 1-4 transfer alkylating agent;
5-bromo-2,2,5-trimethyl-1,3-Dioxane-4,6-dione is used to synthesize 1,2-diketones.
Synthesis
5-bromo-2,2,5-trimethyl-1,3-Dioxane-4,6-dione can be prepared by treating a chloroform solution of 2,2,5-trimethyl-1,3-dioxane-4,6-dione with Bromine and anhydrous Sodium Fluoride.
storage
Good laboratory practice should be sufficient when handling this reagent. The reagent is a relatively stable brominating agent and no special measures are required for its storage.
