Description

1-Bromo-2-Methylbutane is a versatile alkyl halide intermediate essential for introducing the branched pentyl moiety into target molecules. Its primary value lies in enabling efficient carbon chain extension and functionalization in complex organic syntheses. This compound is particularly needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) development to the synthesis of liquid crystals and fragrances.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific alkyl chain structures.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in alkylation reactions, Grignard reagent formation, and nucleophilic substitution reactions in research and development.
• Specialty Chemicals: Intermediate for manufacturing flavors, fragrances, and liquid crystals.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can serve as an initiator or chain transfer agent in controlled radical polymerization processes.
• Chemical Research: Valuable standard and reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological studies and novel compound creation.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-2-Methylbutane
CAS No.	10422-35-2
Molecular Formula	C5H11Br
Molecular Weight	151.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-1-bromobutane; Isoamyl bromide; (2-Methylbutyl) bromide; 1-Bromo-2-methylbutane; 2-Methylbutyl bromide; Bromoisopentane; sec-Butylcarbinyl bromide
EINECS	233-897-6

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-2-Methylbutane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and purity assays, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality and regulatory documentation 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, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration changes. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.215 - 1.225 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.443 - 1.447
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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