Description

1,4-Dibromopentane is a versatile brominated alkane building block with significant utility in organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a bifunctional alkylating agent, enabling the construction of complex molecular frameworks through nucleophilic substitution reactions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it serves as a key intermediate for the synthesis of active ingredients, polymers, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in laboratory-scale and industrial organic synthesis for C-C and C-heteroatom bond formation.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemical Intermediate: Used in the manufacture of components for liquid crystal displays and other electronic applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry research.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dibromopentane
CAS No.	626-87-9
Molecular Formula	C5H10Br2
Molecular Weight	229.94 g/mol
Synonyms	Pentane, 1,4-dibromo-; 1,4-Dibromopentane; Pentamethylene dibromide; 1,4-DBP; NSC 60548; Dibromopentane; α,δ-Dibromopentane
EINECS	210-965-5

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Dibromopentane is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.60 - 1.65 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.510 - 1.520
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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