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| IUPAC name | Butan-1,4-diol |
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| CAS number | [110-63-4] |
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| Properties | |
| Molecular formula | C4H10O2 |
| Molar mass | 90.12 g/mol |
| Density | 1.010 g/cm³ |
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20 °C |
| Boiling point |
230 °C |
| Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) Infobox disclaimer and references |
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1,4-Butanediol is the organic compound with the formula HOCH2CH2CH2CH2OH. This colorless viscous liquid is derived from butane by placement of alcohol groups at each end of the chain. It is one of four stable isomers of butanediol.
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Synthesis
In its industrial synthesis, acetylene reacts with two equivalents of formaldehyde to form 1,4-butynediol, also known as but-2-yne-1,4-diol. This type of process is illustrative of what is known as Reppe Chemistry. Hydrogenation of 1,4-butynediol gives 1,4-butanediol.
It can also be manufactured on an industrial scale by the vapour phase hydrogenation of the esters and anhydrides of maleic acid and succinic acid.
Uses
1,4-Butanediol is used industrially as a solvent and in the manufacture of some types of plastics and fibers. In organic chemistry, 1,4-butanediol is used for the synthesis of γ-butyrolactone (GBL). In the presence of phosphoric acid and high temperature, it dehydrates to the important solvent tetrahydrofuran.[1] At about 200 °C in the presence of soluble ruthenium catalysts, the diol undergoes dehydrogenation to form butyrolactone.[2]
It is also used as a recreational drug known by some users as "One Comma Four", "One Four Bee" or "One Four B-D-O". It exerts effects similar to γ-hydroxybutyrate (GHB), which is a metabolic product of 1,4-butanediol.[3][4]
Anecdotal reports indicate that 1,4-butanediol produces a strong toxic feeling not present with GHB when ingested.[5][6] These reports also indicate that it may cause damage to the liver as well as to other vital organs.[7][5] Abuse has also resulted in addiction and death.[8][9][10]
Pharmacokinetics
1,4-Butanediol is converted into GHB by the enzymes alcohol dehydrogenase and aldehyde dehydrogenase and differing levels of these enzymes may account for differences in effects and side effects between users.[5][11] Because these enzymes are also responsible for metabolizing alcohol there is a strong chance of a dangerous drug interaction.[11][12] Emergency room patients who overdose on both alcohol and 1,4-butanediol often present with symptoms of ethanol intoxication initially and as the ethanol is metabolized the 1,4-butanediol is then able to better compete for the enzyme and a second period of intoxication ensues as the 1,4-butanediol is converted into GHB.[11]
2007 contamination of Bindeez toy
- See also: Bindeez
A toy called Bindeez (Aqua Dots in North America) was recalled by the distributor in November 2007 because of the presence of 1,4-butanediol. The toy consists of small beads that stick to each other by sprinkling water. 1,4-Butanediol, which is metabolized to gamma-hydroxybutyric acid in vivo, was detected by GC-MS.[13] The production plant seems to have intended to cut costs by replacing 1,5-pentanediol. ChemNet China lists the price of 1,4 butanediol at between about US$1,350-$2,800 per metric ton, while the price for 1,5-pentanediol is about US$9,700 per metric ton.[14]
Pharmacodynamics
1,4-Butanediol seems to have two types of pharmacological actions. The major psychoactive effects of 1,4-butanediol are because it is metabolized into GHB; however there is some evidence that 1,4-butanediol may have inherent alcohol-like pharmacological effects that are not due to this conversion.[12]
Legality
While 1,4-butanediol is not currently scheduled federally in the United States, a number of states have classified 1,4-butanediol as a controlled substance. Scheduling of 1,4-butanediol on a federal level seems unlikely considering its legitimate industrial applications.citation needed
See also
References
- ^ "Ethers, by Lawrence Karas and W. J. Piel". Kirk‑Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology. (2004). John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Retrieved on 2007-09-05.
- ^ J. Zhao, J. F. Hartwig "Acceptorless, Neat, Ruthenium-Catalyzed Dehydrogenative Cyclization of Diols to Lactones" Organometallics 2005, volume 24, 2441-2446.
- ^ Satta R, Dimitrijevic N, Manev H. Drosophila metabolize 1,4-butanediol into gamma-hydroxybutyric acid in vivo. Eur J Pharmacol. 2003 Jul 25;473(2-3):149-52. PMID 12892832
- ^ Carai MA, Colombo G, Reali R, Serra S, Mocci I, Castelli MP, Cignarella G, Gessa GL. Central effects of 1,4-butanediol are mediated by GABA(B) receptors via its conversion into gamma-hydroxybutyric acid. European Journal of Pharmacology. 2002 Apr 26;441(3):157-63. PMID 12063087
- ^ a b c "Murple". "1,4-Butanediol Toxicity". The Lycaeum. Retrieved on 2007-11-11.
- ^ "Itsuoda". "Nasty Headache: 1,4 BD, GBL & 5-MeO-DiPT". Erowid.
- ^ "Andro". "1,4-Butanediol Toxicity?". Erowid.
- ^ Zvosec DL, Smith SW, McCutcheon JR, Spillane J, Hall BJ, Peacock EA. Adverse events, including death, associated with the use of 1,4-butanediol. N Engl J Med. 2001 Jan 11;344(2):87-94. PMID 11150358
- ^ Anonymous. "1,4-B is Not a Toy". Erowid.
- ^ "Elizabeth". "Definitely addictive: 1,4-Butanediol". Erowid.
- ^ a b c Theodore I Benzer, Scott Cameron, Christopher S Russi (2007-01-08). "Toxicity, Gamma-Hydroxybutyrate". eMedicine.
- ^ a b Poldrugo, F.; Snead, O.C. 3rd. (1984). "1,4 Butanediol, gamma-hydroxybutyric acid and ethanol: relationships and interactions". Neuropharmacology 59 (23): 109–113. PMID 6717752.
- ^ Linda Wang (2007-11-09). "Industrial Chemical Sullies Popular Children's Toy", Chemical & Engineering News.
- ^ Associated Press (2007 Nov 07). "US mother says her son began to stumble and vomit after eating Chinese-made toy, now recalled", International Herald Tribune.
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