Description

3-(Bromomethyl)Cyclohexene is a versatile brominated organic intermediate featuring a reactive bromomethyl group attached to a cyclohexene ring. This compound is valued for its utility in introducing functionalized cyclohexyl moieties into more complex molecular architectures through substitution and coupling reactions. It is primarily sought after by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in synthesis and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those containing functionalized cyclohexane rings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the cyclohexene scaffold is required.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as an alkylating agent or a precursor for further functionalization (e.g., to aldehydes or carboxylic acids) in fine chemical manufacturing.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials as a monomer or cross-linking agent.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for labeling or modifying biomolecules in research settings due to its reactive halogen handle.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Bromomethyl)Cyclohexene
CAS No.	34825-93-9
Molecular Formula	C7H11Br
Molecular Weight	175.07 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Bromomethyl)cyclohex-1-ene; Cyclohexene, 3-(bromomethyl)-; 1-Bromomethyl-3-cyclohexene; (3-Cyclohexen-1-yl)methyl bromide; 3-Bromomethyl-1-cyclohexene
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Quality Control

Our 3-(Bromomethyl)Cyclohexene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profile. We adhere to relevant industry standards and can provide material tailored to specific research or cGMP requirements upon request.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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