Description

3-Butene-1,2-Diol is a versatile four-carbon unsaturated diol with significant utility as a reactive chemical intermediate. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a hydroxyl group and a carbon-carbon double bond, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing a range of specialty chemicals. This compound is primarily sought by R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for applications requiring the introduction of a hydroxylated alkene moiety.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Polymer Chemistry: Used as a monomer or co-monomer in the synthesis of specialty polyesters, polyurethanes, and other functional polymers.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Crosslinking Agent: Functions as a crosslinker in resin and coating formulations to modify physical properties.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis for Diels-Alder reactions, Michael additions, and other transformations.
• Surface Active Agents: Can be utilized to produce surfactants and emulsifiers with specific performance characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Butene-1,2-Diol
CAS No.	62214-39-5
Molecular Formula	C₄H₈O₂
Molecular Weight	88.11 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dihydroxy-3-butene; 3-Butene-1,2-diol; But-3-ene-1,2-diol; 3-Butene-1,2-diol (cis- and trans- mixture); 1,2-Butenediol; Vinylglycol
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Quality Control

Our 3-Butene-1,2-Diol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, water content, and specific impurities. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reliable and traceable raw materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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