Chemical Name: | Butane, 2,3-dibromo-, (R*,R*)- |
CAS Number: | 598-71-0 |
Product Number: | AG003BE0(AGN-PC-0OCZMP) |
Synonyms: | |
MDL No: | |
Molecular Formula: | C4H8Br2 |
Molecular Weight: | 215.91432 |
(±)-2,3-Dibromobutane, also known as racemic 2,3-dibromobutane, is a key intermediate in organic chemical synthesis. This compound is commonly utilized in various reactions as a versatile building block due to its unique structural properties, particularly its dual bromine substituents attached to the central butane chain. In chemical synthesis, (±)-2,3-Dibromobutane serves as a valuable reagent for the introduction of functional groups and the formation of complex organic molecules. Its bromine atoms can undergo substitution reactions with nucleophiles, leading to the synthesis of diverse organic compounds with substituted bromine groups at specific positions. This reactivity makes (±)-2,3-Dibromobutane an essential component in the formation of biologically active compounds, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals, contributing significantly to the advancement of organic chemistry and the development of novel materials.