Description

1,1-Bis(2-Bromoethyl)Cyclopentane is a versatile brominated organic building block, primarily valued for its role as an alkylating agent and intermediate in complex organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring two reactive bromoethyl arms attached to a cyclopentane core, makes it a critical precursor for constructing larger, more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material research. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists working on novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), specialty polymers, and liquid crystals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key alkylating agent in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, where its structure can be incorporated into bioactive compounds.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Liquid Crystal Production: Employed as a synthetic intermediate for creating mesogenic compounds used in display technologies.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex organic frameworks, including natural product analogs.
• Chemical Cross-linking Agent: Applied in polymer chemistry to modify polymer chains and create networks with enhanced stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1-Bis(2-Bromoethyl)Cyclopentane
CAS No.	3187-39-1
Molecular Formula	C9H16Br2
Molecular Weight	292.03 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclopentane, 1,1-bis(2-bromoethyl)-; 1,1-Bis(2-bromoethyl)cyclopentane; 1,1-Di(2-bromoethyl)cyclopentane; 1,1-Bis(bromoethyl)cyclopentane; NSC 404099; 1,1-Bis(2-bromoethyl)cyclopentane; 1,1-Bis(β-bromoethyl)cyclopentane
EINECS	221-695-1

Quality Control

Every batch of 1,1-Bis(2-Bromoethyl)Cyclopentane is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial use. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with customer specifications and industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 strong acids and organic solvents. Ensure the container is kept upright to prevent leakage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	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%
Density (at 20°C)	Contact for details
Refractive Index (n20/D)	Contact for details

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