1,4-Butanesultone is an alkylating agent used in synthetic chemistry. It serves as a wood preservative. It is employed as an intermediate of the organic sulfonation agent. Further, it is used as a raw material for electroplating intermediate. In addition to this, it finds application in active pharmaceutical ingredients, photographic materials, lithium battery and surface active agents.
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Applications1,4-Butanesultone is an alkylating agent used in synthetic chemistry. It serves as a wood preservative. It is employed as an intermediate of the organic sulfonation agent. Further, it is used as a raw material for electroplating intermediate. In addition to this, it finds application in active pharmaceutical ingredients, photographic materials, lithium battery and surface active agents.
SolubilityMiscible with chloroform and methanol. Slightly miscible with water.
NotesMoisture sensitive. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.