Description

1-Bromohexadecan-2-One is a high-purity, long-chain brominated ketone intermediate of significant synthetic utility. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of both a bromoalkyl chain and a ketone functional group. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where the long alkyl chain can influence bioavailability and activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as an electrophile in alkylation reactions and a precursor for further functional group transformations in fine chemical manufacturing.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and surface-active agents due to its amphiphilic character.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and enzyme mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromohexadecan-2-One
CAS No.	21436-52-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₁BrO
Molecular Weight	319.32 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hexadecanone, 1-bromo-; 1-Bromo-2-hexadecanone; 2-Bromo-1-pentadecyl methyl ketone; ω-Bromopalmitone; 16-Bromo-2-hexadecanone; Hexadecan-2-one, 1-bromo-; Palmitone, ω-bromo-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromohexadecan-2-One is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with batch-specific data is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to maintain optimal purity. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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