Description

Cyclobutane, 1-Bromo-2-Methyl- (9Ci) is a specialized brominated cyclobutane derivative, a high-value building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique sterically constrained structure, which is critical for constructing complex molecular frameworks and fine-tuning material properties. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly for creating constrained ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the preparation of advanced pesticide and herbicide molecules, where the cyclobutane ring can impart specific biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specialty polymers or liquid crystals with tailored thermal and optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Negishi) and nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce functionalized cyclobutyl groups.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme mechanisms or protein interactions.
• Catalyst Ligand Development: Investigated as a scaffold for developing novel chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclobutane, 1-Bromo-2-Methyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	80204-23-5
Molecular Formula	C5H9Br
Molecular Weight	149.03 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-2-methylcyclobutane; 2-Methyl-1-bromocyclobutane; 1-Bromo-2-methyl-cyclobutane; Bromomethylcyclobutane; (2-Methylcyclobutyl)bromide
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Quality Control

Our Cyclobutane, 1-Bromo-2-Methyl- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and HPLC, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, providing full traceability and compliance with your research or quality standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, 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 opaque secondary packaging.

Specification

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

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