Description

1,3-Butanediol Dinitrate is a high-purity organic nitrate ester compound, identified by CAS NO 6423-44-5. It serves as a critical intermediate and energetic material component, valued for its controlled reactivity and specific chemical functionality. This product is essential for manufacturers and research institutions in the pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials for synthesis and formulation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs requiring nitrate ester functionalities.
• Energetic Materials Research: Acts as a plasticizer and energetic component in the formulation of specialty propellants and explosives.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile nitrating agent or building block for introducing nitro groups into complex organic molecules.
• Cross-linking Agent: Employed in polymer chemistry to modify material properties through controlled cross-linking reactions.
• Laboratory Reagent: Utilized in R&D settings for method development and analytical testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Butanediol Dinitrate
CAS No.	6423-44-5
Molecular Formula	C₄H₈N₂O₆
Molecular Weight	180.12 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Butylene Glycol Dinitrate; Butane-1,3-diol Dinitrate; 1,3-BDND; BDDN; Nitric Acid 1,3-Butanediol Ester; 1,3-Dinitrooxybutane
EINECS	229-185-5

Quality Control

Our 1,3-Butanediol Dinitrate is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer and industry specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and safety data are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources, ignition points, and incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to maintain stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption or volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acidity (as HNO₃)	≤ 0.1%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.30 - 1.35
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450

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