Description

2-Butene-1,4-Diyl Bis(Bromoacetate) is a specialized brominated ester compound, primarily utilized as a key reactive intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring two reactive bromoacetate groups, makes it a valuable building block for the creation of complex molecules, polymers, and functional materials. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to introduce specific functional groups or cross-linking capabilities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a versatile alkylating agent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer for producing specialty polymers with tailored properties, such as thermosetting resins or functional coatings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific bromo-functionalized intermediates.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Employed in the synthesis of advanced electronic materials and display components.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new organic reactions and constructing molecular libraries.
• Surface Modification: Can be used to functionalize surfaces or nanoparticles by providing reactive handles for further conjugation.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Butene-1,4-Diyl Bis(Bromoacetate)
CAS No.	20679-58-7
Molecular Formula	C8H8Br2O4
Molecular Weight	327.96 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Dibromo-2-butene-1,4-diol Diacetate; (E)-2-Butene-1,4-diyl Bis(Bromoacetate); 2-Butene-1,4-diyl Di(bromoacetate); Bromoacetic Acid 2-Butene-1,4-diyl Ester; trans-1,4-Bis(bromoacetoxy)-2-butene; 1,4-Diacetoxy-2-butene Dibromide; Butenediyl Dibromoacetate
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Quality Control

Our 2-Butene-1,4-Diyl Bis(Bromoacetate) is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP standards where applicable, and our quality system is designed to meet the rigorous demands of pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 96.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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