Description

7-Bromoheptanenitrile is a versatile bifunctional organic building block containing both a reactive bromoalkyl chain and a nitrile group. This compound is essential for the synthesis of longer-chain molecules and heterocycles through nucleophilic substitution and cyano-group transformations. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and advanced intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring heptyl chain modifications or nitrile-based pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the bromo and nitrile functionalities enable specific modes of action.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Serves as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal monomers.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for homologation reactions, cyclization processes, and the introduction of the cyano group into complex molecular frameworks in R&D laboratories.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Intermediate for the synthesis of specific aroma chemicals and musk compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Bromoheptanenitrile
CAS No.	20965-27-9
Molecular Formula	C7H12BrN
Molecular Weight	190.08 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Bromoheptanonitrile; 6-Bromohexyl cyanide; 1-Bromo-6-cyanohexane; Heptanenitrile, 7-bromo-; 6-Cyanohexyl bromide; (6-Bromohexyl)cyanide; Bromoheptanenitrile
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Quality Control

Our 7-Bromoheptanenitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment due to potential moisture sensitivity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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