(+/-)-2,3-Dibromobutane

Name: (+/-)-2,3-Dibromobutane
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-051505

About (+/-)-2,3-Dibromobutane

(+/-)-2,3-Dibromobutane is a halogenated building block carrying the CAS registry number 5408-86-6. The compound has the formula C4H8Br2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 215.91 g/mol. Common synonyms include Butane, 2,3-dibromo- and dl-2,3-Dibromobutane.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include cross-coupling substrates, alkylation reactions and organic synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and agrochemical production.

Available in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, (+/-)-2,3-Dibromobutane is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Cross-coupling substrates
Alkylation reactions
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	(+/-)-2,3-Dibromobutane
Catalogue No.	VQ-051505
CAS Number	5408-86-6
IUPAC name	2,3-dibromobutane
Molecular formula	C₄H₈Br₂
Molecular weight	215.91 g/mol
Exact mass	215.8972
InChIKey	BXXWFOGWXLJPPA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(C(C)Br)Br
PubChem CID	21508

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	2.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	Butane, 2,3-dibromo-, dl-2,3-Dibromobutane, dibromo butane, Butane,3-dibromo-, (.+-.)-, rel-(2S,3S)-2,3-dibromobutane, Butane,3-dibromo-, (R,R)-(+-)-2,3-Dibromobutane, .beta.-Butylene bromide, Butane, 2,3-dibromo-, (R,R)-(+-)-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H332Harmful if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of (+/-)-2,3-Dibromobutane?

The CAS Registry Number of (+/-)-2,3-Dibromobutane is 5408-86-6. It is also known as Butane, 2,3-dibromo-, dl-2,3-Dibromobutane, dibromo butane.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of (+/-)-2,3-Dibromobutane?

(+/-)-2,3-Dibromobutane has the molecular formula C4H8Br2 and a molecular weight of 215.91 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2,3-dibromobutane.

Which grade and pack sizes of (+/-)-2,3-Dibromobutane can I order?

We supply (+/-)-2,3-Dibromobutane, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with (+/-)-2,3-Dibromobutane?

Yes. Every lot of (+/-)-2,3-Dibromobutane is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can (+/-)-2,3-Dibromobutane be shipped internationally?

Yes. (+/-)-2,3-Dibromobutane is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.