Description

2,4-Dibromopentane is a versatile halogenated alkane intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its two reactive bromine atoms, which facilitate a range of nucleophilic substitution and elimination reactions, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as ligand synthesis and polymer modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing phosphine ligands and other organometallic catalysts.
• Polymer Modification: Employed as a cross-linking agent or to introduce bromine functionality into polymer chains.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and creating novel compounds.
• Flame Retardant Synthon: Can be utilized as an intermediate in the manufacture of brominated flame retardants.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dibromopentane
CAS No.	19398-53-9
Molecular Formula	C5H10Br2
Molecular Weight	229.94 g/mol
Synonyms	Pentane, 2,4-dibromo-; 2,4-DBP; 1,3-Dibromopentane (common name); Dibromopentane; NSC 60544; 2,4-Dibromopentane (mixture of isomers); α,γ-Dibromopentane
EINECS	243-032-5

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dibromopentane is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. 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
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.7 g/mL
Boiling Point	~195-200 °C
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.51
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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