CAS · 109-65-9
Product Overview
1-Bromobutane is a high-purity bactericides supplied for industrial and specialty chemical applications. Contact our team for specifications, packaging options and lead times.
Product Specifications
| Appearance: | Colorless to slight yellow clear liquid |
|---|---|
| Purity (GC): | 99% min |
| Water (KF): | 500 ppm max |
Applications
1. Organic Synthesis
Commonly used as an alkylating agent in nucleophilic substitution reactions (SN2).
Used to introduce butyl groups into molecules, aiding in the production of:
Pharmaceuticals
Agrochemicals
Dyes
Fragrances
Surfactants
2. Grignard Reagent Formation
Serves as a precursor to butylmagnesium bromide, a Grignard reagent used to:
Form carbon–carbon bonds
Synthesize alcohols, ketones, and carboxylic acids from carbonyl compounds
3. Phase Transfer Catalysis and Polymer Chemistry
Employed in phase-transfer catalysis for reactions involving immiscible reagents.
Used in the preparation of functionalized monomers and polymers.
4. Research and Development
Used in laboratory studies involving reaction mechanisms and chemical reactivity of alkyl halides.
Helps in understanding nucleophilic substitution, elimination, and radical reactions.
Benefits
Readily available and relatively inexpensive.
High reactivity due to its primary alkyl halide structure.
Versatile intermediate for preparing a wide range of chemical compounds.
Useful model compound for educational and research purposes in organic chemistry.
Conclusion
A concise summary and suitability assessment for this product is available on request. Contact our team to discuss whether it fits your process and quality requirements.