Description

1-Bromo-2-Butanol is a versatile brominated alcohol intermediate with significant synthetic utility. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, serving as a key building block in the creation of more complex molecules for advanced applications. It is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for use in research, process development, and fine chemical synthesis.

Application

• As a crucial alkylating agent and intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• In the production of agrochemicals, including pesticides and herbicides, where it acts as a precursor.
• For the synthesis of liquid crystals and other advanced materials used in electronics and display technologies.
• As a building block in organic synthesis for creating complex ethers, esters, and other functionalized compounds.
• In polymer chemistry as a modifier or cross-linking agent for specialty resins.
• Utilized in research and development laboratories for method development and scale-up studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-2-Butanol
CAS No.	2482-57-7
Molecular Formula	C₄H₉BrO
Molecular Weight	153.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Butanol, 1-bromo-; 1-Bromo-2-butanol; 2-Hydroxybutyl bromide; 1-Bromobutan-2-ol; (±)-1-Bromo-2-butanol; DL-1-Bromo-2-butanol; Butylene bromohydrin; NSC 60548
EINECS	219-633-2

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-2-Butanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

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 bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.40 - 1.45
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.470 - 1.480

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