Description

1,4-Dibromo-2,3-Epoxybutane is a versatile brominated epoxide intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, containing both reactive epoxide and bromoalkyl groups, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), ligands, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various therapeutic agents and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection chemicals.
• Crosslinking Agent: Functions as a reactive monomer or crosslinker in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in nucleophilic ring-opening reactions and further functionalization to create novel organic compounds.
• Research & Development: Essential tool compound in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for method development and exploratory chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dibromo-2,3-Epoxybutane
CAS No.	14396-64-6
Molecular Formula	C4H6Br2O
Molecular Weight	229.90 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Dibromo-2,3-butylene oxide; 2,3-Epoxy-1,4-dibromobutane; 1,4-Dibromo-2,3-epoxybutane; 1,2-Epoxy-3,4-dibromobutane; 3,4-Dibromo-1,2-epoxybutane; Erythro-1,4-dibromo-2,3-epoxybutane; DL-1,4-Dibromo-2,3-epoxybutane
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Quality Control

Our 1,4-Dibromo-2,3-Epoxybutane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your precise research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Specific Gravity	Contact for details
Refractive Index	Contact for details

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