Description

2-Bromo-1,1-dimethoxycyclobutane is a versatile brominated acetal building block with significant synthetic utility. Its value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, serving as both an electrophilic alkylating agent and a protected carbonyl equivalent under specific conditions. This compound is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the synthesis of novel cyclobutane-containing drug candidates and bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides that incorporate the cyclobutane ring system.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in ring-expansion reactions, cross-coupling reactions, and as a precursor to cyclobutanones after deprotection.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for the development of specialized polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in synthetic organic chemistry, particularly in stereoselective synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-1,1-dimethoxycyclobutane
CAS No.	20121-72-6
Molecular Formula	C6H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	195.06 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Dimethoxy-2-bromocyclobutane; Cyclobutane, 2-bromo-1,1-dimethoxy-; 2-Bromocyclobutanone dimethyl acetal; Bromocyclobutanedimethylacetal
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-1,1-dimethoxycyclobutane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 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.