Description

2-Bromo-2-Methylbutane is a versatile tertiary alkyl bromide widely used as a key alkylating agent and intermediate in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its reactivity, which facilitates the introduction of the bulky tert-pentyl group into target molecules, enabling the production of complex chemical 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: A critical building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of compounds requiring tertiary alkyl moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where its structural properties enhance biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a fundamental alkylating agent in Grignard reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and other carbon-carbon bond-forming processes in R&D laboratories.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed as a modifier or initiator in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced materials with tailored properties.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial research for method development, catalysis studies, and exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals and flavor compounds.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Bromo-2-Methylbutane
CAS No.	507-36-8
Molecular Formula	C5H11Br
Molecular Weight	151.05 g/mol
Synonyms	tert-Amyl Bromide; 2-Bromo-2-methylbutane; 1,1-Dimethylpropyl bromide; t-Pentyl bromide; Neo-pentyl bromide; Amylene hydrobromide; 2-Methyl-2-bromobutane
EINECS	208-080-3

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-2-Methylbutane is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and titration methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture ingress and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.20 - 1.22 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.440 - 1.444
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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