Description

2-(Bromomethyl)-3-Methyl-1,3-Butadiene is a versatile brominated diene building block used in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive bromomethyl and conjugated diene functionalities, enabling its use in cycloaddition reactions and as a key precursor for complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing heterocycles and functionalized intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the construction of complex heterocyclic scaffolds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides requiring specific bromo-alkene motifs.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Diels-Alder Reactions: Acts as a diene component in [4+2] cycloadditions to form six-membered carbocyclic and heterocyclic rings.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized as a precursor for synthesizing novel organometallic complexes and chiral ligands.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in multi-step syntheses of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Bromomethyl)-3-Methyl-1,3-Butadiene
CAS No.	74793-41-2
Molecular Formula	C6H9Br
Molecular Weight	161.04 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-2-(bromomethyl)-1,3-butadiene; 1-Bromo-3-methyl-2-methylene-3-butene; 2-(Bromomethyl)-3-methylbuta-1,3-diene; Isoprenyl bromide; Prenyl bromide; 3-Methyl-2-bromomethyl-1,3-butadiene; Bromomethyl isoprene
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Bromomethyl)-3-Methyl-1,3-Butadiene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance 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 strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its light-sensitive nature and reactivity, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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