Description

1-Bromooctan-2-One is a versatile brominated ketone intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive bromine and carbonyl functionalities make it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring specific alkyl chain modifications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the octyl chain provides specific lipophilic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as an alkylating agent and a precursor for further functional group transformations in complex molecule construction.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals and musk analogs.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling reactions and nucleophilic substitutions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromooctan-2-One
CAS No.	26818-08-6
Molecular Formula	C8H15BrO
Molecular Weight	207.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Octanone, 1-bromo-; 1-Bromo-2-octanone; 2-Bromoacetylheptane; α-Bromooctan-2-one; Bromomethyl hexyl ketone; Heptyl bromomethyl ketone; 1-Bromo-2-oxooctane
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromooctan-2-One is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality systems are designed to meet the rigorous demands of our global B2B clientele in regulated industries.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque or amber packaging, or stored in darkness.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.20 - 1.30

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