Description

4-Bromobutyraldehyde is a versatile brominated aliphatic aldehyde, a key building block in organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a reactive aldehyde group and a bromine atom, makes it a crucial intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactivity to form specific carbon chains.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in nucleophilic substitution and cyclization reactions to create pyrrolidines, piperidines, and other nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and functionalized materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and developing novel chemical entities in R&D laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the manufacture of complex fine chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific bromoalkyl functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromobutyraldehyde
CAS No.	38694-47-2
Molecular Formula	C4H7BrO
Molecular Weight	151.00 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromobutanal; γ-Bromobutyraldehyde; 4-Bromobutan-1-al; 4-Bromobutylaldehyde; Butanal, 4-bromo-; NSC 404087; 1-Bromo-3-formylpropane
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Quality Control

Our 4-Bromobutyraldehyde is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality system supports cGMP and ISO standards for reliable supply to regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and oxidizing agents.

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.