Description

Dibromobutenediol CAS NO 52655-12-6 is a halogenated organic compound that serves as a versatile intermediate and reactive building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine atoms and hydroxyl groups, makes it a valuable precursor for introducing bromine functionality and modifying polymer properties. This chemical is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop flame-retardant materials, bioactive molecules, or custom cross-linking agents.

Application

• Flame Retardant Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of brominated flame retardants for plastics, textiles, and electronic materials.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive compounds.
• Agrochemical Production: Serves as an intermediate in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce cross-linking sites or bromine functionality to enhance the thermal and chemical resistance of specialty polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis for exploring new reaction pathways and creating novel chemical entities.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the synthesis of complex organic molecules for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dibromobutenediol
CAS No.	52655-12-6
Molecular Formula	C4H4Br2O2
Molecular Weight	243.88 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dibromo-2-butene-1,4-diol; (E)-2,3-Dibromobut-2-ene-1,4-diol; 2-Butene-1,4-diol, 2,3-dibromo-; trans-2,3-Dibromo-2-butene-1,4-diol; NSC 404083; DBBD
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dibromobutenediol is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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