CAS 5780-13-2: meso-2,3-dibromobutane

Description: Meso-2,3-dibromobutane is a chiral organic compound characterized by its symmetrical structure, which results in its meso form. It features two bromine atoms attached to the second and third carbon atoms of a four-carbon butane chain. The presence of these bromine substituents introduces significant reactivity, particularly in nucleophilic substitution reactions. Meso-2,3-dibromobutane is notable for its optical inactivity despite having stereogenic centers, due to the internal compensation of optical activity from its two enantiomers. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature and is soluble in organic solvents. Its applications can be found in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of other brominated compounds or as intermediates in various chemical reactions. Safety precautions should be taken when handling this substance, as it may pose health risks if inhaled or ingested, and appropriate personal protective equipment should be used.

Formula: C₄H₈Br₂

InChI: InChI=1/C4H8Br2/c1-3(5)4(2)6/h3-4H,1-2H3/t3-,4+

Synonyms:

• Butane, 2,3-dibromo-, (R*,S*)-
• (R*,S*)-2,3-Dibromobutane
• (2R,3S)-2,3-dibromobutane

meso-2,3-Dibromobutane

CAS: 5780-13-2

• Formula: C₄H₈Br₂
• Molecular weight: 215.9143

Meso-2,3-Dibromobutane

CAS: 5780-13-2

• Color and Shape: Liquid
• Molecular weight: 215.91600036621094