Description

(E)-1,2,4-Trichloro-1-Butene is a specialized chlorinated organic intermediate with a defined stereochemistry, offering a reactive alkene backbone for selective chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the production of more complex molecules, including agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and specialty polymers. Industrial R&D chemists and process engineers in fine chemical and advanced material sectors require this high-purity intermediate to develop new products and optimize synthetic routes.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of certain herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in research and development for creating active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and flame-retardant materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratories for Diels-Alder reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and other transformations to introduce the trichlorobutene moiety.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Synthesis: A component in the manufacturing of high-performance industrial additives.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-1,2,4-Trichloro-1-Butene
CAS No.	59740-68-0
Molecular Formula	C4H5Cl3
Molecular Weight	159.44 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-1,2,4-Trichloro-1-butene; (E)-1,2,4-Trichlorobut-1-ene; 1-Butene, 1,2,4-trichloro-, (E)-; Trichlorobutene; 1,2,4-Trichloro-1-butene (E-isomer)
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Quality Control

Our (E)-1,2,4-Trichloro-1-Butene is manufactured under strict process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a comprehensive suite of analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment 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 bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture uptake and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity (E-isomer)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.35 g/mL

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