1-Bromobutane >98%

What is 1-Bromobutane? It is the organobromine compound with the formula CH₃(CH₂)₃Br. It is a colourless liquid, although impure samples appear yellowish. It is insoluble in water, but soluble in organic solvents. It is primarily used as a source of the butyl group in organic synthesis. It is one of several isomers of butyl bromide.

Consistent Quality: We source only high-quality 1-Bromobutane >98% ensuring reliable performance in any application.

Shipped from Manchester, UK Facility: Sourced and bottled in secure, chemical-resistant containers to guarantee safe handling and transport.

Frequent Uses

Solvents

Its solvent properties make it ideal for dissolving a wide range of substances in industrial applications.

Chemical synthesis

As a primary haloalkane, it is prone to SN2 type reactions. It is commonly used as an alkylating agent. When combined with magnesium metal in dry ether, it gives the corresponding Grignard reagent. Such reagents are used to attach butyl groups to various substrates. 1-Bromobutane is the precursor to n-butyllithium. 1-Fluorobutane can be obtained by reacting 1-bromobutane with potassium fluoride in ethylene glycol.

Pharmaceuticals

Involved in the synthesis of procaine and tetracaine, which are used as local anesthetics. 

• Solvents
• Alkylating agents
• Grignard reagents
• Organic synthesis
• Organometallic compound production
• Pharmaceuticals

Assay: >98%
M.F.: CH3(CH2)3Br
M.W.: 137.02
R.I.: 1.439 n20/D (lit)
B.P.: 100-104 deg C
M.P.: -112 deg C
Vapour Density: 4.7 (vs air)
Vapour Pressure:
150mmHg (50 deg C)
40mmHg (25 deg C)

Cas Number: 109-65-9

Einecs Number: 203-691-9

HS Code / Commodity Code: 382900000

UN Number: 1126