Description

Diethyl 7-Bromoheptylphosphonate is a high-value organophosphorus intermediate featuring a reactive bromoalkyl chain. This compound matters for its pivotal role as a key building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, enabling the introduction of phosphonate and extended carbon chain functionalities. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as drug discovery, ligand synthesis, and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring phosphonate or long-chain alkyl modifications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the phosphonate moiety enhances biological activity.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for phosphine and phosphonate-based ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of flame retardants, plasticizers, and specialty polymers to impart specific chemical resistance or physical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in Horner-Wadsworth-Emmons (HWE) olefination reactions to construct complex alkenes and natural product analogs.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Acts as a linker or functional handle in the development of biochemical probes and diagnostic agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethyl 7-Bromoheptylphosphonate
CAS No.	100462-73-5
Molecular Formula	C11H24BrO3P
Molecular Weight	315.19 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Bromoheptyldiethylphosphonate; Diethyl (7-bromoheptyl)phosphonate; (7-Bromoheptyl)phosphonic Acid Diethyl Ester; Diethyl P-(7-Bromoheptyl)phosphonate; BR-HEP-DEP; Phosphonic Acid, P-(7-Bromoheptyl)-, Diethyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Diethyl 7-Bromoheptylphosphonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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