Description

5-Phenoxypentyl Bromide is a versatile organic bromide intermediate with a phenoxyalkyl chain. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, offering a reactive handle for further functionalization. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring phenoxyalkyl side chains.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as an intermediate in the manufacture of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymers, altering their physical or chemical properties.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Acts as an alkyl halide partner in various metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Negishi) to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Surfactant & Lubricant Additive Synthesis: Used to create phenoxy-containing compounds that can serve as intermediates for specialty surfactants or lubricant additives.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Phenoxypentyl Bromide
CAS No.	22921-72-8
Molecular Formula	C11H15BrO
Molecular Weight	243.14 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-5-phenoxypentane; (5-Bromopentoxy)benzene; Phenoxyamyl Bromide; 5-Bromo-1-phenoxypentane; ω-Bromopentyl Phenyl Ether; Benzene, (5-bromopentyloxy)-; Pentyl bromide, 5-phenoxy-
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Quality Control

Our 5-Phenoxypentyl Bromide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

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.