Description

1,4-Dibromo-2-Butanol is a versatile brominated organic intermediate with significant utility in synthetic organic chemistry. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both bromine atoms and a hydroxyl group, makes it a valuable building block for constructing more complex molecules. This compound is particularly relevant for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors seeking to introduce specific bromine-containing moieties or create heterocyclic structures. Its reliable synthesis and consistent quality are critical for ensuring downstream process efficiency and product purity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring bromoalkyl chains or serving as a linker in prodrug design.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the dibromo functionality can be leveraged to create potent bioactive compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in nucleophilic substitution reactions and cyclization processes to create complex organic molecules, including polymers, ligands, and specialty chemicals.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and developing novel chemical entities.
• Material Science: Potential use in the synthesis of flame retardants or as a modifier in polymer chemistry to alter material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dibromo-2-Butanol
CAS No.	19398-47-1
Molecular Formula	C4H8Br2O
Molecular Weight	231.91 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Dibromobutan-2-ol; 2-Butanol, 1,4-dibromo-; 1,4-Dibromo-2-hydroxybutane; NSC 60530; 1,4-Dibromobutan-2-ol; Butane-1,4-dibromo-2-ol
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Quality Control

Our 1,4-Dibromo-2-Butanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

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)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Specific Rotation (if applicable)	Contact for details

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