Description

1-Bromo-2-Chloro-2-Methylpropane is a versatile halogenated alkane building block, valued for its unique reactivity profile. This compound is essential for introducing both bromine and chlorine functionalities in a single, controlled step, enabling efficient synthesis of complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in nucleophilic substitution reactions and as a key intermediate.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing alkyl halide moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides as a reactive alkylating agent.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable reagent in laboratories and pilot plants for nucleophilic substitution (SN1/SN2) reactions to create more complex organic structures.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the synthesis of specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in surface modification and the creation of novel organic materials with specific halogenated properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-2-Chloro-2-Methylpropane
CAS No.	10601-61-3
Molecular Formula	C4H8BrCl
Molecular Weight	171.46 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-2-methyl-1-bromopropane; 2-Chloro-2-methylpropyl bromide; 1-Bromo-2-chloro-tert-butane; (2-Chloro-2-methylpropyl) bromide; tert-Butylchloromethyl bromide; NSC 60545; Bromochlorodimethylethane
EINECS	234-235-9

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-2-Chloro-2-Methylpropane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and purity assays, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept 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
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	1.40 - 1.45 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.480 - 1.490

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