Description

Ethyl 2-Bromo-6-Chlorohexanoate is a high-purity halogenated ester building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional reactive sites make it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring specific halogenated alkyl chains.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bromo and chloro functionalities introduce specific biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile electrophile in alkylation reactions and a precursor for further functional group transformations in complex molecule assembly.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystals, where the ester and halogen groups can influence material properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful in the synthesis of labeled compounds and molecular probes for biochemical and pharmacological research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Bromo-6-Chlorohexanoate
CAS No.	132606-74-7
Molecular Formula	C8H14BrClO2
Molecular Weight	257.55 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-6-chlorohexanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 2-Bromo-6-chlorohexanoate; 6-Chloro-2-bromohexanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Hexanoic acid, 2-bromo-6-chloro-, ethyl ester; Ethyl α-Bromo-ω-chlorohexanoate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Bromo-6-Chlorohexanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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