1,4-Dibromopentane

CAS: 626-87-9

Ref. 3D-AAA62687

Product Information

• Name: 1,4-Dibromopentane
• Synonyms: (4R)-1,4-dibromopentane, (RS)-1,4-Dibromopentane, 2,5-Dibromopentane, Nsc 8753, Pentane, 1,4-dibromo-
• CAS: 626-87-9

Description

1,4-Dibromopentane is a chemical compound that is used as an intermediate in the production of pesticides and pharmaceuticals. It is also used as a precursor to other chemicals and materials. 1,4-Dibromopentane has been shown to be carcinogenic in animals. The chemical stability of 1,4-dibromopentane has been studied using copper oxide catalysts for hydrogenation reactions at various temperatures. Hydrogen chloride (HCl) was found to react with 1,4-dibromopentane to produce the corresponding chloroform (CHCl). This reaction mechanism is similar to that of other halogenated hydrocarbons such as dichloromethane and chloroform. The two geometric isomers of 1,4-dibromopentane are active methylene and hydrogen fluoride. The active methylene is more reactive than the hydrogen fluoride, which may be due to its greater electron density on carbon atoms

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 229.94 g/mol
• Formula: C₅H₁₀Br₂
• Purity: Min. 95%