Description

[R,(-)]-1-Bromo-2-Methylbutane CAS NO 99032-67-4 is a high-purity, single-enantiomer chiral building block essential for asymmetric synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing a specific stereocenter into complex organic molecules, enabling the production of optically active intermediates. It is primarily needed by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty fine chemicals where precise stereochemistry is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the asymmetric synthesis of potential drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of enantiomerically pure herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in stereoselective transformations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific optical activity.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and stereochemistry studies.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or building block for creating chiral polymers and advanced functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	[R,(-)]-1-Bromo-2-Methylbutane
CAS No.	99032-67-4
Molecular Formula	C5H11Br
Molecular Weight	151.05 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-1-Bromo-2-methylbutane; (-)-1-Bromo-2-methylbutane; (R)-(-)-1-Bromo-2-methylbutane; (R)-2-Methylbutyl bromide; (R)-sec-Butylmethyl bromide; (R)-1-Bromo-2-methylbutane; (R)-(-)-sec-Butylmethyl bromide; Bromo(2-methylbutane), (R)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our [R,(-)]-1-Bromo-2-Methylbutane is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high enantiomeric purity. Each lot is characterized by advanced analytical techniques including chiral GC/HPLC, NMR, and optical rotation measurement. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profile is provided with every shipment to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

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 heat, sparks, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and highly volatile.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Optical Rotation [α]	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density	~1.22 g/mL at 25°C
Boiling Point	~115-120°C

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