Description

(6-Bromohexyl)Ferrocene is a versatile organometallic building block featuring a ferrocene moiety linked to a bromohexyl chain. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of functionalized ferrocene derivatives, which are critical in materials science and catalysis. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of electroactive polymers, asymmetric catalysis, and medicinal chemistry for developing novel sensors, ligands, and bioactive molecules.

Application

• Ligand Synthesis: A crucial precursor for creating phosphine and other donor ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Polymer Modification: Used to incorporate redox-active ferrocene units into polymers and dendrimers for electronic and sensor applications.
• Bio-conjugation: Serves as a linker for attaching ferrocene tags to biomolecules (peptides, proteins) for electrochemical detection and labeling studies.
• Materials Science: Building block for self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) and molecular electronics due to its well-defined structure and terminal bromine functionality.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the research and development of ferrocene-containing drug candidates, such as antimalarial and anticancer agents.
• Electrochemical Sensors: Used to fabricate modified electrodes for the detection of various analytes, leveraging the stable redox properties of ferrocene.

Basic Information

Product Name	(6-Bromohexyl)Ferrocene
CAS No.	136237-36-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₁BrFe
Molecular Weight	349.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Ferrocenylhexyl bromide; 6-Ferrocenyl-1-bromohexane; 1-Bromo-6-ferrocenylhexane; Bromohexylferrocene; (6-Bromohexyl)(cyclopentadienyl)iron; (ω-Bromohexyl)ferrocene; Bromohexyl ferrocene; 136237-36-0
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (6-Bromohexyl)Ferrocene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your research and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). The product is moisture-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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