Description

5-Bromo-3-Methylpentyl Acetate is a specialized organic ester compound with a brominated alkyl chain. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, offering a reactive handle for further functionalization. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in nucleophilic substitution reactions.
• Liquid Crystal & Material Science: Acts as a precursor in the development of specialty chemicals for electronic materials and liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Serves as an intermediate for synthesizing specific ester-based aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Bromo-3-Methylpentyl Acetate
CAS No.	125161-79-7
Molecular Formula	C8H15BrO2
Molecular Weight	223.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetic Acid 5-Bromo-3-Methylpentyl Ester; 5-Bromo-3-methylpentan-1-ol acetate; 3-Methyl-5-bromopentyl acetate; 1-Acetoxy-5-bromo-3-methylpentane; 5-Bromo-3-methyl-1-pentanol acetate
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Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-3-Methylpentyl Acetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.25 - 1.35
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.450 - 1.460

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