Description

1-Butene, 2-(Bromomethyl)- is a specialized brominated alkene intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block, enabling the introduction of both an alkene and a reactive bromomethyl functional group into target molecules. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing functionalized side chains.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its reactive sites allow for structural diversification.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to impart specific properties like halogen functionality or reactivity into polymer chains.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitution reactions to create more complex organic molecules.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for synthesizing novel ligands for metal complexes used in catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for creating advanced organic materials with tailored electronic or structural properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Butene, 2-(Bromomethyl)-
CAS No.	59032-45-0
Molecular Formula	C5H9Br
Molecular Weight	149.03 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bromomethyl)-1-butene; 1-Butene, 2-(bromomethyl)-; 2-Buten-1-ol, 4-bromo-, acetate; (2-Butenyl)bromomethane; 4-Bromo-2-butenyl acetate; 1-Bromo-2-methyl-3-butene
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Quality Control

Our 1-Butene, 2-(Bromomethyl)- is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place, away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C to maximize stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 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.