Description

1-Bromopropylbenzene is a versatile organic intermediate featuring a bromine atom on a propyl side chain attached to a benzene ring. This structure makes it a valuable building block for introducing the propylbenzene moiety into more complex molecules via nucleophilic substitution or coupling reactions. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for synthesizing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material (KSM) or building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a propylated aromatic structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the propylbenzene group is a core component of the molecule.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as an intermediate in the manufacture of advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Employed in laboratories for alkylation reactions, Grignard reagent formation, and as a precursor in cross-coupling reactions like Suzuki or Heck couplings.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient Intermediate: Used in the synthetic pathways for certain aromatic compounds used in these industries.
• Polymer Modification: Can act as a functional monomer or chain transfer agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with specific aromatic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromopropylbenzene
CAS No.	2114-36-5
Molecular Formula	C9H11Br
Molecular Weight	199.09 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Bromopropyl)benzene; 3-Bromo-1-phenylpropane; 3-Phenylpropyl bromide; γ-Bromopropylbenzene; 1-Phenyl-3-bromopropane; NSC 7395; Benzene, (3-bromopropyl)-; Propylbenzene, 1-bromo-
EINECS	218-304-5

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromopropylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles 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 away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.5380 - 1.5420
Density (g/mL, 25°C)	1.300 - 1.330
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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