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Catalog Number:
49231
CAS Number:
78-77-3
1-Bromo-2-methylpropane
Purity:
≥ 99% (GC)
Synonym(s):
Isobutyl bromide
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It has been used in a reaction with 1-ethylimidazole in a 140 °C oil bath to yield 97% 1-ethyl-1,3-isobutylimidazolium bromide

Synonyms
Isobutyl bromide
CAS Number
78-77-3
Purity
≥ 99% (GC)
Molecular Formula
C4H9Br
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00000217
Melting Point
-119 to -117 °C
Density
1.26
Appearance
Colorless to light yellow liquid
Boiling Point
90 - 92 °C
Refractive Index
1.436
Conditions
Store at 2 - 8 °C
General Information
Synonyms
Isobutyl bromide
CAS Number
78-77-3
Purity
≥ 99% (GC)
Molecular Formula
C4H9Br
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00000217
Melting Point
-119 to -117 °C
Density
1.26
Appearance
Colorless to light yellow liquid
Boiling Point
90 - 92 °C
Refractive Index
1.436
Conditions
Store at 2 - 8 °C
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Yes
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

1-Bromo-2-methylpropane is widely utilized in research focused on:

  • Synthesis of Organic Compounds: This compound serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis, allowing chemists to create a variety of complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
  • Solvent Applications: It is used as a solvent in various chemical reactions, providing an effective medium that can enhance reaction rates and yields, particularly in laboratory settings.
  • Intermediate in Chemical Manufacturing: The compound acts as an important intermediate in the production of other chemicals, streamlining processes in industries such as plastics and coatings.
  • Research in Reaction Mechanisms: It is employed in studies to understand reaction mechanisms, helping researchers to explore the behavior of brominated compounds in different chemical environments.
  • Development of Specialty Chemicals: This chemical is integral in developing specialty chemicals, including surfactants and lubricants, which are essential in various industrial applications.

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