Description

3-Bromocyclohexene is a versatile halogenated organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. Its reactive bromine atom and cyclic alkene structure make it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors seeking to introduce functionalized cyclohexyl motifs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing functionalized cyclohexane rings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized phosphine or nitrogen-based ligands used in transition metal catalysis.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce bromine functionality into polymers for subsequent cross-linking or as a reactive site for further derivatization.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various name reactions, including cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitution, to form carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bonds.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the preparation of liquid crystals, organic semiconductors, and other advanced functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromocyclohexene
CAS No.	108055-90-9
Molecular Formula	C6H9Br
Molecular Weight	161.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclohex-3-en-1-yl bromide; 3-Bromo-1-cyclohexene; 1-Bromo-3-cyclohexene; 3-Cyclohexenyl bromide; NSC 169081; 3-Bromocyclohex-1-ene
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Quality Control

Our 3-Bromocyclohexene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

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 organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. 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%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.40 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20/D)	~1.52
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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