Description

4-(Bromomethyl)Heptane is a versatile brominated alkane building block used in organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its ability to introduce the heptyl chain with a reactive bromomethyl handle, facilitating further functionalization. It is primarily utilized by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as an intermediate in the manufacture of advanced electronic display materials.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed to introduce alkyl chains or reactive sites into polymer backbones for specialty plastics and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent for alkylation, chain extension, and nucleophilic substitution reactions in R&D laboratories.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of performance-enhancing additives for industrial lubricants and fuels.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Bromomethyl)Heptane
CAS No.	101654-29-9
Molecular Formula	C8H17Br
Molecular Weight	193.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Heptane, 4-(bromomethyl)-; 4-Bromomethylheptane; 1-Bromo-4-methylheptane (isomer); Bromo(heptan-4-yl)methane; (4-Heptyl)bromomethane; NSC 241237; Bromomethylheptane
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Quality Control

Our 4-(Bromomethyl)Heptane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and purity assays, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 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.