Description

1-Bromo-5-Methylhexane is a versatile alkyl halide intermediate with significant utility in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its reactivity as an alkylating agent, enabling the introduction of the 5-methylhexyl moiety into more complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it serves as a key building block for active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as an alkyl chain precursor in the production of advanced electronic display materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in nucleophilic substitution and coupling reactions (e.g., Grignard, Suzuki) to construct complex organic frameworks.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Utilized in the synthesis of specific aroma compounds and esters.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce functional alkyl side chains into polymers.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry and process development in laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-5-Methylhexane
CAS No.	35354-37-1
Molecular Formula	C7H15Br
Molecular Weight	179.10 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methylhexyl bromide; Isoheptyl bromide; (5-Methylhexyl)bromide; 1-Bromo-5-methyl-hexane; Bromo(5-methylhexane); 5-Methyl-1-bromohexane
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-5-Methylhexane is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. The product is moisture-sensitive; keep container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.10 - 1.15
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.450 - 1.460

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