Description

3-Bromohexane is a versatile halogenated alkane intermediate with significant utility in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its reactivity as an alkylating agent and as a building block for introducing the hexyl moiety into more complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients, liquid crystals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key alkylating agent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators that require a hexyl chain for efficacy.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: A fundamental reagent for nucleophilic substitution reactions (e.g., Grignard reagent formation) and cross-coupling reactions in research and development.
• Liquid Crystal & Material Science: Acts as a precursor in the manufacturing of liquid crystal compounds and other advanced organic materials.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed in the synthesis of specific aroma chemicals and esters.
• Laboratory Research: A standard reagent for method development, educational purposes, and exploratory chemistry in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromohexane
CAS No.	3377-87-5
Molecular Formula	C6H13Br
Molecular Weight	165.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexane, 3-bromo-; 3-Bromo-n-hexane; 1-Bromo-3-ethylbutane; (RS)-3-Bromohexane; (±)-3-Bromohexane; NSC 74114; Bromohexane (mixed isomers)
EINECS	222-173-0

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromohexane is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and purity assays, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.17 - 1.19 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.447 - 1.451
Boiling Point	Approx. 145-148°C

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