Description

1-Bromo-5,5-Dimethylhexane is a versatile branched-chain alkyl bromide, a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis. Its structure makes it particularly useful for introducing a bulky, tertiary-butyl-like moiety into target molecules, enabling the synthesis of complex chemical architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring sterically hindered alkyl groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for phosphine and other specialty ligands used in homogeneous catalysis.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce alkyl side chains or as an initiator/chain transfer agent in controlled radical polymerizations.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A reliable alkylating agent for nucleophilic substitution reactions (SN2) in fine chemical production.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Intermediate for the synthesis of specific musky or woody aroma chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-5,5-Dimethylhexane
CAS No.	15898-91-6
Molecular Formula	C8H17Br
Molecular Weight	193.13 g/mol
Synonyms	5,5-Dimethyl-1-bromohexane; 5,5-Dimethylhexyl bromide; Hexane, 1-bromo-5,5-dimethyl-; (5,5-Dimethylhexyl)bromide; 1-Bromo-5,5-dimethyl-hexane; Bromo(5,5-dimethyl)hexane
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-5,5-Dimethylhexane is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and titration methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

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 acids and strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.10 g/cm³
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.455

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