Description

1-Nitrooxybutan-2-Yl Nitrate is a specialized organic nitrate ester compound with the CAS registry number 20820-41-1. This chemical is valued for its potent oxidizing properties, making it a critical intermediate and reagent in controlled chemical synthesis and energetic materials research. It is primarily sought by professionals in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturing sectors for developing novel compounds and formulations.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Used as a key building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, particularly those requiring the introduction of nitrooxy functional groups.
• Energetic Materials Research: Serves as a model compound or a component in research and development for propellants, explosives, and pyrotechnic formulations.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Employed in the research phase for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in cardiovascular research where nitrate esters are of interest.
• Agrochemical Development: Acts as a precursor in the creation of novel herbicides, pesticides, or plant growth regulators.
• Cross-linking Agent: Potential use in polymer chemistry as a cross-linking or modifying agent for specialty polymers and resins.
• Laboratory Reagent: Utilized as a standardized reagent in analytical and research laboratories for oxidation reactions and method development.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Nitrooxybutan-2-Yl Nitrate
CAS No.	20820-41-1
Molecular Formula	C4H8N2O6
Molecular Weight	180.12 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Butanediol Dinitrate; 2-Butyl Nitrate Nitrite; Butane-1,2-diol Dinitrate; 1-Nitrooxy-2-nitrooxybutane; BDND; 1,2-Dinitrooxybutane; Glycol Dinitrate Derivative
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-Nitrooxybutan-2-Yl Nitrate adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The material is characterized and tested using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, 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 area away from heat sources, sparks, and open flame. Due to its nature as a strong oxidizer, store separately from reducing agents, combustible materials, and acids. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption or decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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