Description

1-Bromo-3-Methoxy-Butane is a versatile halogenated ether building block used in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a bromoalkyl and a methoxy group, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing more complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as nucleophilic substitution reactions and the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as an alkylating agent or a precursor for introducing functionalized butyl chains in complex organic molecules.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the development of novel ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Material Science Research: Used in the synthesis of monomers or specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-3-Methoxy-Butane
CAS No.	54149-15-4
Molecular Formula	C5H11BrO
Molecular Weight	167.04 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methoxy-1-bromobutane; 1-Bromo-3-methoxybutane; Butane, 1-bromo-3-methoxy-; 3-Methoxybutyl bromide; NSC 403104
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-3-Methoxy-Butane is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and purity assays, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and strong bases. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.450 - 1.456
Density (20°C)	1.25 - 1.35 g/mL

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