Description

(Bromomethyl)Cyclobutane is a versatile organic building block featuring a reactive bromomethyl group attached to a cyclobutane ring. This compound is valued for its utility as an alkylating agent and intermediate in complex organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of the cyclobutylmethyl moiety. It is primarily sought after by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those requiring cyclobutane-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the cyclobutylmethyl group can enhance biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, liquid crystals, and other functional materials with tailored properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as an electrophilic partner in various metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Negishi) to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for the synthesis of molecular probes and labeled compounds for biochemical and diagnostic research.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Bromomethyl)Cyclobutane
CAS No.	17247-58-4
Molecular Formula	C5H9Br
Molecular Weight	149.03 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclobutanemethyl bromide; (Bromomethyl)cyclobutane; Cyclobutylmethyl bromide; Bromomethylcyclobutane; 1-(Bromomethyl)cyclobutane; Cyclobutanemethanol, bromide; NSC 146003
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Quality Control

Our (Bromomethyl)Cyclobutane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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