
Catalog Number	AR003ESI
Chemical Name	1-Bromo-2-pentene, predominantly trans
CAS Number	7348-71-2
Molecular Formula	C5H9Br
Molecular Weight	149.02895999999998
MDL Number	MFCD00075179
SMILES	CC/C=C/CBr

1-Bromo-2-pentene, predominantly trans, is a versatile organic compound widely utilized in chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a valuable building block in the creation of various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals due to its reactivity and stereochemical properties. In chemical reactions, the trans configuration of 1-Bromo-2-pentene plays a crucial role in determining the structure and properties of the resulting products. By incorporating 1-Bromo-2-pentene into synthetic pathways, chemists can selectively control the stereochemistry of the final product, enabling the production of specific enantiomers or diastereomers with enhanced biological activity or desired physical characteristics. Additionally, the presence of the bromine atom in 1-Bromo-2-pentene facilitates further functionalization through various chemical transformations, expanding the scope of its applications in organic synthesis.