Description

1-Bromo-2-Heptene is a versatile halogenated alkene intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive bromine atom and alkene functionality make it a valuable building block for constructing more complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as cross-coupling reactions and the synthesis of fine chemicals.

Application

• Key intermediate in pharmaceutical research and development for active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) synthesis.
• Building block for agrochemicals, including pesticides and herbicides.
• Precursor in polymer chemistry for modifying polymer chains and creating functional materials.
• Versatile reagent in organic synthesis for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck).
• Starting material for synthesizing liquid crystals and other advanced electronic materials.
• Used in flavor and fragrance compound synthesis.
• Intermediate for producing specialty surfactants and lubricant additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-2-Heptene
CAS No.	34686-77-6
Molecular Formula	C7H13Br
Molecular Weight	177.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hepten-1-yl Bromide; 1-Bromohept-2-ene; (E/Z)-1-Bromo-2-heptene; Hept-2-en-1-yl bromide; NSC 163045; Bromoheptene
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-2-Heptene is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including purity assay and impurity profiling by GC and/or HPLC. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use and away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0% (typical 98.0-99.5%)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.20 - 1.30
Boiling Point	~165-170°C

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