Description

1,4-Dibromo-2,3-Butanedione (CAS NO 6305-43-7) is a specialized halogenated diketone compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring two bromine atoms and two carbonyl groups, makes it a valuable versatile building block for creating complex molecular architectures. This chemical is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive bromine and carbonyl functionalities.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Acts as a versatile electrophile and cross-coupling partner in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) for constructing carbon-carbon bonds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialized polymers and functional materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and protein interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dibromo-2,3-Butanedione
CAS No.	6305-43-7
Molecular Formula	C4H4Br2O2
Molecular Weight	243.88 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Dibromo-2,3-butanedione; 2,3-Butanedione, 1,4-dibromo-; Dibromodiacetyl; 1,4-Dibromodiacetyl; α,α'-Dibromodiacetyl; Diacetyl dibromide; Butanedione, 1,4-dibromo-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Dibromo-2,3-Butanedione is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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