Description

n-Octylzinc Bromide is a highly reactive organozinc reagent, specifically an alkylzinc halide, with the CAS number 131379-13-0. This compound is a critical intermediate for the formation of carbon-carbon bonds, offering superior selectivity and functional group tolerance compared to traditional organolithium or Grignard reagents. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for cross-coupling reactions, such as Negishi coupling, and nucleophilic addition processes.

Application

• Key intermediate in Negishi cross-coupling reactions for the synthesis of complex organic molecules.
• Nucleophilic alkylating agent for the introduction of the n-octyl group into carbonyl compounds and other electrophiles.
• Precursor in the synthesis of fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Reagent for the preparation of specialty polymers and advanced material precursors.
• Used in organic and medicinal chemistry research for library synthesis and lead optimization.
• Catalyst component or co-catalyst in specific organometallic transformations.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	n-Octylzinc Bromide
CAS No.	131379-13-0
Molecular Formula	C8H17BrZn
Molecular Weight	258.52 g/mol
Synonyms	Octylzinc Bromide; Zinc, bromooctyl-; Bromooctylzinc; 1-Octylzinc Bromide; Bromo(octyl)zinc; Octylzinc Bromide Solution; Alkylzinc Halide C8
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Quality Control

Our n-Octylzinc Bromide is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for sensitive synthetic applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, concentration (typically supplied as a solution in tetrahydrofuran or other suitable solvents), and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for high-purity organometallic reagents.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. This product is highly volatile and easily oxidized; it must be stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at recommended temperatures, typically between 2°C and 8°C for solutions to ensure stability. Handle and store away from moisture, heat, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow solution
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 0.5 M in THF (or as specified)
Purity (GC)	≥ 95% (on alkyl basis)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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