Description

Ethyl 6-Bromo-6-Heptenoate is a high-purity, versatile brominated ester building block used in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive terminal alkene and bromo functionalities, enabling precise carbon chain elongation and cyclization reactions. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for constructing complex molecular scaffolds, particularly in the synthesis of potential therapeutic agents and bioactive compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific bromo-ester functionalities.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile precursor for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitution, facilitating carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and advanced organic materials where its bifunctional reactivity is advantageous.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specific ester compounds with potential application in high-value aroma chemicals.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A critical reagent for methodological studies in synthetic organic chemistry and catalysis research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 6-Bromo-6-Heptenoate
CAS No.	148252-43-1
Molecular Formula	C9H15BrO2
Molecular Weight	235.12 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Bromo-6-heptenoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 6-bromohept-6-enoate; 6-Heptenoic acid, 6-bromo-, ethyl ester; 6-Bromo-6-heptenoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl (6-bromohept-6-enoate); Hept-6-enoic acid, 6-bromo-, ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 6-Bromo-6-Heptenoate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
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.