Description

2-Nitrobutane is a versatile organic nitro compound with the CAS registry number 600-24-8, serving as a critical intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its reactivity as a building block for more complex molecules, enabling the production of specialty chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This product is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides as a nitro-alkylating agent.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Serves as a versatile reagent in organic laboratories for nitroalkane chemistry, including Henry reactions and reduction to amines.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of dyes, pigments, and corrosion inhibitors.
• Solvent & Extraction Agent: Functions as a selective solvent in certain extraction and purification processes within the chemical industry.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a modifier or cross-linking agent in specific polymer formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Nitrobutane
CAS No.	600-24-8
Molecular Formula	C4H9NO2
Molecular Weight	103.12 g/mol
Synonyms	sec-Nitrobutane; Butane, 2-nitro-; 2-Nitro-n-butane; (±)-2-Nitrobutane; DL-2-Nitrobutane; Nitrobutane; NSC 60950; 1-Methyl-1-nitropropane
EINECS	209-990-3

Quality Control

Our 2-Nitrobutane is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its properties of being easily oxidized and highly volatile, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) and keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.980 - 1.000
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.410 - 1.420

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