Description

1-Bromo-7-Methylnonane is a high-purity, branched-chain alkyl bromide intermediate. This compound is valued for its utility as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of a hydrophobic alkyl chain. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in creating lipophilic side chains.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides and herbicides as an alkylating agent to modify biological activity and persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce alkyl branches into polymers, influencing properties like flexibility, solubility, and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A reliable alkyl bromide source for nucleophilic substitution reactions (SN2) in laboratory and pilot-scale research.
• Lubricant & Surfactant Additive: Acts as an intermediate for producing specialized additives that modify viscosity and surface activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-7-Methylnonane
CAS No.	136539-81-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₂₁Br
Molecular Weight	221.18 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Methylnonyl bromide; Nonane, 1-bromo-7-methyl-; 1-Bromo-7-methyl-nonane; 7-Methyl-1-bromononane; Bromo(7-methylnonyl); (7-Methylnonyl) bromide
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-7-Methylnonane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and purity assays, to ensure it meets precise specifications for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.10 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.460
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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