Description

1-Bromohexadecane-16,16,16-D3 is a deuterium-labeled analog of 1-bromohexadecane, a key alkylating agent and synthetic intermediate. This high-purity, isotopically labeled compound is essential for research and development requiring precise molecular tracking and mass spectrometry analysis. It is primarily utilized by scientists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications in metabolic studies, chemical synthesis, and as a stable isotope internal standard.

Application

• Deuterium-Labeled Internal Standard for quantitative analysis via GC-MS or LC-MS in pharmacokinetic and metabolic studies.
• Precursor for Labeled Surfactants & Lipids in the synthesis of deuterated quaternary ammonium compounds, phospholipids, and other specialty chemicals.
• Alkylating Agent in Organic Synthesis for introducing a hexadecyl chain into target molecules under controlled conditions.
• Research Chemical in mechanistic studies and reaction pathway elucidation where deuterium labeling reduces background interference.
• Intermediate for Deuterated Liquid Crystals and other advanced organic electronic materials.
• Tracer Studies in environmental science and industrial process monitoring.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromohexadecane-16,16,16-D3
CAS No.	284474-40-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₁D₃Br
Molecular Weight	307.33 g/mol (approx.)
Synonyms	Hexadecyl-16,16,16-d3 Bromide; 1-Bromohexadecane-d3; Cetyl-d3 Bromide; n-Hexadecyl-d3 Bromide; Palmityl-d3 Bromide; Bromohexadecane-d3; Deuterated 1-Bromohexadecane; 16,16,16-Trideuterio-1-bromohexadecane
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Quality Control

Every batch of 1-Bromohexadecane-16,16,16-D3 is manufactured and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure high chemical purity and isotopic enrichment. Our standard specifications meet the rigorous demands of research and analytical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (by GC/NMR), isotopic purity (D-enrichment), and identity confirmation is provided with each shipment.

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 strong acids and incompatible materials. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR/NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Isotopic Purity (D-enrichment)	≥ 98 atom % D
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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