Description

2-Bromo-3-Methoxybutane-1,4-Diol is a versatile brominated and methoxylated diol building block with significant synthetic utility. This bifunctional compound is valued for its ability to introduce both bromine and protected hydroxyl groups into molecular frameworks, enabling the construction of complex intermediates. It is primarily sought by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and fine chemical synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing chiral centers and functional handles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers, coatings, and resins.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the development of molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in multi-step synthetic routes for high-value, complex organic molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-3-Methoxybutane-1,4-Diol
CAS No.	183194-69-6
Molecular Formula	C5H11BrO3
Molecular Weight	199.04 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Butanediol, 2-bromo-3-methoxy-; 2-Bromo-3-methoxy-1,4-butanediol; 3-Methoxy-2-bromobutane-1,4-diol; (2R,3S)-2-Bromo-3-methoxybutane-1,4-diol (if stereospecific); (2S,3R)-2-Bromo-3-methoxybutane-1,4-diol; Bromomethoxybutanediol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-3-Methoxybutane-1,4-Diol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container must be kept tightly closed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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