Description

3-Bromobutan-1-Ol is a versatile brominated alcohol intermediate with significant synthetic utility. This compound is valued for its reactivity, particularly in nucleophilic substitution and coupling reactions, enabling the construction of complex molecular frameworks. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in organic synthesis and fine chemical production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for monomers and additives in advanced material science.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various reactions, including Williamson ether synthesis and the preparation of other functionalized butanol derivatives.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromobutan-1-Ol
CAS No.	6089-12-9
Molecular Formula	C4H9BrO
Molecular Weight	153.02 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromobutanol; 3-Bromo-1-butanol; 1-Butanol, 3-bromo-; 3-Bromobutan-1-ol; γ-Bromobutyl alcohol; NSC 60545; Butanol, 3-bromo-
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Quality Control

Our 3-Bromobutan-1-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our industrial and research clients. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability, though short-term storage at 15-25°C is acceptable.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.450 - 1.480
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.470 - 1.480

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