Description

2-Penten-3-ol, 2-Bromo- is a halogenated unsaturated alcohol that serves as a versatile chiral building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the reactive synergy of its bromine substituent and hydroxyl group, enabling precise stereochemical control in complex molecule assembly. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries developing novel active ingredients, as well as in fine chemical production for fragrances and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in constructing complex ethers and esters.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, including flavors, fragrances, and advanced polymer modifiers.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Employed in methodological studies and as a model compound in organic chemistry research focused on halogenation and asymmetric synthesis reactions.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in creating novel monomers or cross-linking agents for specialty polymers with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Penten-3-ol, 2-Bromo-
CAS No.	82687-34-1
Molecular Formula	C5H9BrO
Molecular Weight	165.03 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-2-penten-3-ol; 2-Bromo-3-penten-2-ol; 3-Penten-2-ol, 2-bromo-; 2-Bromopent-2-en-3-ol; (E/Z)-2-Bromo-3-penten-2-ol; Brominated pentenol; Unsaturated bromo alcohol
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Quality Control

We supply 2-Penten-3-ol, 2-Bromo- with a commitment to high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure they meet the stringent requirements of research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in the original packaging or an opaque secondary container until use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Typical 97-99%)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if applicable)	Contact for details

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