Description

4-Bromo-2-Octenoic Acid is a versatile halogenated unsaturated fatty acid derivative that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both a bromine atom and an α,β-unsaturated carboxylic acid moiety, makes it a valuable electrophile and building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent precursor in the development of specialty polymers and functional organic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the synthesis of activity-based probes and labeled compounds for studying biological pathways and mechanisms.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent in organic synthesis laboratories for methodology development and the construction of complex natural product analogs.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Used to synthesize novel chiral ligands or metal-organic complexes for asymmetric catalysis applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-Octenoic Acid
CAS No.	115185-86-9
Molecular Formula	C8H13BrO2
Molecular Weight	221.09 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-2-octenoic acid; (E)-4-Bromo-2-octenoic acid; 2-Octenoic acid, 4-bromo-; 4-Bromooct-2-enoic acid; trans-4-Bromo-2-octenoic acid; (2E)-4-Bromooct-2-enoic acid; 4-Bromo-trans-2-octenoic acid; 4-Bromo-δ2-octenoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-2-Octenoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR for structural confirmation, and GC for residual solvent analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its light-sensitive nature and organic acid properties, prolonged exposure to light or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Isomeric Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 90.0% (E-isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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