Description

3-Bromoheptane is a versatile halogenated alkane intermediate of significant importance in organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its reactivity as an alkylating agent and as a building block for constructing more complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to introduce the heptyl moiety or as a precursor in various coupling and functionalization reactions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as an alkylating agent in nucleophilic substitution reactions (e.g., SN2) and in the preparation of Grignard reagents.
• Liquid Crystal & Material Science: Functions as an intermediate in the synthesis of liquid crystal compounds and other advanced organic materials.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed as a precursor for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals and esters.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploratory chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromoheptane
CAS No.	1974-05-6
Molecular Formula	C7H15Br
Molecular Weight	179.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Heptane, 3-bromo-; 1-Bromo-3-ethylpentane; 3-Bromo-n-heptane; NSC 8425; 3-Heptyl bromide; (RS)-3-Bromoheptane; (±)-3-Bromoheptane
EINECS	217-826-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromoheptane is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques including GC, GC-MS, and NMR for identity confirmation and impurity profiling. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and specific tests is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and metals. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.130 - 1.150 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.450 - 1.455
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.