Description

4,4'-Diselenodi(1-Butanol) is a specialized organoselenium compound featuring a diselenide bridge linked to butanol groups. This unique structure makes it a valuable precursor and building block in advanced materials science and organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring selenium incorporation or as a catalyst component.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of novel selenium-containing drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the preparation of organoselenium catalysts for selective oxidation and reduction reactions in fine chemical synthesis.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce selenium moieties into specialty polymers, enhancing properties like redox activity.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of selenium-based nanomaterials, quantum dots, and chalcogenide glasses for electronic and optical applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Utilized as an intermediate in creating novel selenium-based compounds with potential pesticidal or plant growth-regulating activity.
• Ligand for Metal Complexes: Functions as a chelating ligand for transition metals, forming complexes used in catalysis and materials chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4'-Diselenodi(1-Butanol)
CAS No.	23243-48-3
Molecular Formula	C8H18O2Se2
Molecular Weight	313.15 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1'-[Diselanediylbis(butane-4,1-diyl)]dioethanol; Bis(4-hydroxybutyl) Diselenide; 4,4'-Diselanediylbis(butan-1-ol); 4-Hydroxybutyl Diselenide; 1,4-Butanediol, 1,1'-diselanediylbis-; Diselenobis(butanol); 4,4'-Diselenobis(1-butanol); 4,4'-Diselanediylbis-1-butanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,4'-Diselenodi(1-Butanol) is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and spectroscopic identification, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to minimize oxidation and degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown viscous liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Selenium Content	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	< 0.5%

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