Description

1,4-Dichloro-2-Methylbutane is a versatile halogenated organic intermediate with significant utility in synthetic chemistry. Its value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, serving as a key building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules across various industrial sectors. This compound is primarily needed by manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as alkylation and as a precursor for active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in the manufacture of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as an alkylating agent and a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures in research and development.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed in the production and modification of specialty polymers, resins, and plasticizers.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain dyes and organic pigments.
• Cross-linking Agent: Can be utilized in the formulation of cross-linked polymers and elastomers.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and scale-up processes in chemical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dichloro-2-Methylbutane
CAS No.	623-34-7
Molecular Formula	C5H10Cl2
Molecular Weight	141.04 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Dichloro-2-methylbutane; 2-Methyl-1,4-dichlorobutane; Butane, 1,4-dichloro-2-methyl-; Dichloromethylbutane; NSC 60548; 1,4-Dichloro-2-methyl-butane; (2-Methyl-1,4-butanediyl) dichloride
EINECS	210-791-2

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Dichloro-2-Methylbutane is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) for assay and impurity profiling. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and physical properties is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	1.08 - 1.12 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.450 - 1.455

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