Description

5-Bromo-3-Heptene is a versatile halogenated alkene intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive bromine atom and alkene functionality make it a valuable building block for constructing more complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications such as cross-coupling reactions and material science research.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An effective substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Heck, and Negishi couplings for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in laboratories for the introduction of the heptenyl moiety and for further functional group transformations.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful in the preparation of novel ligands for catalytic systems and organometallic complexes.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-3-Heptene
CAS No.	21964-22-7
Molecular Formula	C7H13Br
Molecular Weight	177.08 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Heptene, 5-bromo-; 5-Bromohept-3-ene; (E/Z)-5-Bromo-3-heptene; Bromoheptene; Hept-3-en-5-yl bromide
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Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-3-Heptene is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and synthesis. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the rigorous demands of our global B2B clientele.

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 amber glass or opaque packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0% (Typical 97-99%)
Isomer Ratio (E/Z)	Specified on COA
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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