1,4-Dibromobutane

Chemical Intermediates 2025-03-02

(CAS: 110-52-1 | EINECS: 203-775-5)

1. Chemical Identity

Property Specification
IUPAC Name 1,4-Dibromobutane
Synonyms Tetramethylene dibromide; Butylene dibromide
Molecular Formula C₄H₈Br₂
Molecular Weight 215.91 g/mol
CAS No. 110-52-1
EINECS No. 203-775-5

2. Physical Characteristics

Parameter Value
Appearance Colorless transparent liquid
Assay (Purity) ≥99% (GC)
Melting Point -20°C
Boiling Point 197°C
Refractive Index 1.5176-1.5196 (20°C)
Density 1.789-1.791 g/cm³ (25°C)
Flash Point 74°C (closed cup)

3. Production & Supply

Parameter Detail
Annual Capacity 1,000 metric tons
Package 250kg/plastic drum (UN-approved)
Storage Keep tightly closed in cool, ventilated area

4. Quality Standards

  • Moisture Content: ≤0.1% (KF)
  • Color (APHA): ≤20
  • Impurities (GC):
    • 1-Bromobutane: ≤0.5%
    • Other organics: ≤0.5% total

5. Applications

  • Pharmaceutical Intermediate:
    • Synthesis of quaternary ammonium compounds
    • Building block for antitumor agents
  • Agrochemicals:
    • Key intermediate for nematicides and fungicides
  • Chemical Synthesis:
    • Precursor for polymers and specialty chemicals

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