Description

1,12-Dibromododecane is a high-purity, linear aliphatic dibromoalkane, a versatile building block in organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring reactive bromine termini, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing long-chain molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, polymer, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new materials and active compounds.

Application

• As a key chain extender or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers, including polyesters and polyamides.
• In the preparation of liquid crystals and other advanced organic materials requiring defined alkyl chain lengths.
• As a versatile alkylating agent in pharmaceutical research for the synthesis of potential drug candidates and prodrugs.
• For the synthesis of macrocyclic compounds and crown ether analogs via cyclization reactions.
• In the manufacture of phase-transfer catalysts and surfactants with specific structural properties.
• As a precursor for generating dithiols or other bifunctional monomers through nucleophilic substitution reactions.
• In materials science research for creating self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) on various substrates.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1,12-Dibromododecane
CAS No.	3344-70-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₄Br₂
Molecular Weight	328.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Dodecane, 1,12-dibromo-; 1,12-Dibromododecane; α,ω-Dibromododecane; Dodecamethylene bromide; 1,12-Dibromododecane; 3344-70-5 (CAS); Br(CH₂)₁₂Br
EINECS	222-098-5

Quality Control

Our 1,12-Dibromododecane is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 strong bases and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	28 - 32 °C
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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