Description

1-Acetoxy-1,3-Butadiene is a versatile and reactive chemical intermediate featuring a conjugated diene system functionalized with an acetoxy group. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of more complex organic molecules, particularly in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for constructing key molecular frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), leveraging its diene functionality for Diels-Alder and other cycloaddition reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides, where its reactive backbone is incorporated into target molecules.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a building block for creating complex fragrances, flavors, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in research for developing novel polymers and functional materials through copolymerization or as a modifying agent.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and constructing heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Acetoxy-1,3-Butadiene
CAS No.	1515-76-0
Molecular Formula	C6H8O2
Molecular Weight	112.13 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Butadien-1-yl acetate; 1-Acetoxybutadiene; Butadienyl acetate; 1,3-Butadiene-1-ol acetate; 1-Acetoxy-1,3-butadiene; Vinylacetylene acetate (non-specific); (Buta-1,3-dien-1-yl) acetate
EINECS	216-161-9

Quality Control

Our 1-Acetoxy-1,3-Butadiene is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity and assay. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.