Description

2-Butene, 1,3-Dibromo- CAS NO 64930-16-1 is a specialized brominated alkene derivative, serving as a versatile and reactive intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its ability to act as a key building block for introducing functionalized butene backbones and bromine atoms into target molecules, enabling the creation of complex chemical architectures. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for the development of active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in constructing specific carbon frameworks or as a precursor for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the bromine atoms and alkene functionality are leveraged for subsequent reactions.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile electrophile or coupling partner in cross-coupling reactions, cycloadditions, and polymerization initiators for advanced material science.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel organic compounds with specific properties.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Precursor: Can be utilized in the synthesis of monomers or intermediates for specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Butene, 1,3-Dibromo-
CAS No.	64930-16-1
Molecular Formula	C4H6Br2
Molecular Weight	213.90 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dibromo-2-butene; (E)-1,3-Dibromo-2-butene; (Z)-1,3-Dibromo-2-butene; 2-Butene-1,3-dibromide; 1,3-Dibromobut-2-ene; NSC 60548
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Butene, 1,3-Dibromo- is manufactured under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to verify identity and assay. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality parameters are provided and available upon request, supporting your regulatory and quality assurance requirements.

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 strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomer Ratio (GC)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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