Description

1-Bromo-4,4-Dimethylcyclohex-1-Ene is a versatile and highly functionalized brominated alkene building block. This compound matters for its unique sterically hindered structure, which makes it a valuable intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced material sectors for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring sterically hindered, cyclic olefin motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, where the bromine atom serves as a handle for further functionalization.
• Material Science Research: Employed as a monomer or precursor in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Serves as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Heck, or Sonogashira couplings to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for synthesizing novel chiral or sterically demanding ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a starting material for creating molecular probes to study biological systems and enzyme mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-4,4-Dimethylcyclohex-1-Ene
CAS No.	1020253-13-7
Molecular Formula	C8H13Br
Molecular Weight	189.09 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4-Dimethyl-1-bromocyclohex-1-ene; 1-Bromo-4,4-dimethyl-1-cyclohexene; 4,4-Dimethylcyclohex-1-en-1-yl bromide; (4,4-Dimethyl-1-cyclohexen-1-yl)bromide
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-4,4-Dimethylcyclohex-1-Ene is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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