2-Bromo-2-methylpropane 98%

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On Shelf - Approx. UK delivery date: Thursday the 11th September 2025*

In bulk stock - ships within 10 - 12 Working Days (Excluding weekends and public holidays)

4 to 6 weeks approx. (Not guaranteed)

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Applications

Solvent
Reagent in organic synthesis
Intermediate in the production of organic compounds
Alkylating agent
Starting material for the synthesis of various compounds
Used in nucleophilic substitution, elimination and addition reactions
Used in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and performance chemicals
Research and development in various industries
Production and testing of chemical compounds

General

What is 2-Bromo-2-methylpropane? It is a highly pure and stable chemical compound which is also known as tert-Butyl bromide. It is a colourless to yellow liquid with a strong odour, and is widely used as a solvent, a reagent and an intermediate in the synthesis of organic compounds.

Consistent Quality: We provide only high-quality 2-Bromo-2-methylpropane 98% ensuring reliable and consistent performance for all applications.

Shipped from Manchester, UK Facility: Sourced and bottled in non-toxic, chemical-resistant containers to ensure safe handling and preserve product quality during transport.

Glass Winchester Bottle: Available in 25ml, 100ml and 500ml pack sizes. Our Glass Winchester bottles can store chemicals that may be sensitive to light due to filtering potentially harmful UV rays. Bottles are durable, versatile and perfect for storing products in the chemical, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries.

Frequent Uses

Chemical synthesis
It is commonly used in organic synthesis reactions such as nucleophilic substitution, elimination and addition reactions. It is also used as an alkylating agent and as a starting material for the synthesis of a wide range of organic compounds including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and performance chemicals.

Genetic research
2-Bromo-2-methylpropane is used to study the massive deadenylation of adenine based-nucleosides induced by halogenated alkanes (alkyl halides) under physiological conditions. 2-Bromo-2-methylpropane causes the massive deguanylation of guanine based-nucleosides and massive deadenylation of adenine based-nucleosides.

Specification

Assay: >98%
M.F.: C4H9Br
M.W.: 137.02
M.P.: -20 deg C
B.P.: 74-76 deg C
R.I.: 1.4280
Density: 1.210 Kg/L
Stabiliser: 0.5% Potassium Carbonate

Hazards

Packing Group: 2

Hazard Phrases: Highly flammable liquid and vapour.

Prec Phrases: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/ IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.

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