Description

4-Bromo-2-Methylbutan-2-Ol CAS NO 35979-69-2 is a versatile brominated tertiary alcohol that serves as a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a bromine atom and a tertiary hydroxyl group, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to introduce specific functional groups and chiral centers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing tertiary alcohol and alkyl bromide functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile alkylating agent and precursor for Grignard reactions and other organometallic transformations in fine chemical manufacturing.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the research and development of novel ligands and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Precursor: Utilized in the synthesis of specialty monomers and polymers with specific bromine-containing functionalities.
• Academic and R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and the exploration of new synthetic pathways in university and industrial research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-Methylbutan-2-Ol
CAS No.	35979-69-2
Molecular Formula	C5H11BrO
Molecular Weight	167.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-4-bromo-2-butanol; 4-Bromo-2-methyl-2-butanol; 2-Butanol, 4-bromo-2-methyl-; 4-Bromo-2-methylbutan-2-ol; tert-Pentyl alcohol, 4-bromo-; 4-Bromo-2-methyl-2-butanol; 4-Bromo-2-methylbutan-2-ol
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-Bromo-2-Methylbutan-2-Ol adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We operate in compliance with cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.470 - 1.480
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	1.30 - 1.40

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