Description

1-Bromo-4-Hexadecylbenzene is a high-purity, long-chain alkyl-substituted aromatic bromide, a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the creation of liquid crystals, surfactants, and specialty polymers, where its specific alkyl chain length and bromine functionality are critical. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, advanced materials, and specialty chemical manufacturing industries.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Synthesis: A crucial precursor for the production of various mesogenic compounds used in display technologies.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Specialty Surfactants & Lubricants: Used to create novel surfactants and lubricant additives with specific hydrophobic properties.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain-transfer agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and functional materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to introduce the hexadecylphenyl moiety.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) and organic semiconductors.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-4-Hexadecylbenzene
CAS No.	219640-39-8
Molecular Formula	C22H37Br
Molecular Weight	381.44 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hexadecylbromobenzene; p-Hexadecylbromobenzene; 4-Bromohexadecylbenzene; 1-Bromo-4-cetylbenzene; Bromohexadecylbenzene; Cetyl Bromobenzene; (4-Bromophenyl)hexadecane; 4-(Bromophenyl)hexadecane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-4-Hexadecylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 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.