Description

6-Bromo-2-hexene is a versatile halogenated alkene intermediate with significant utility 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 sought after by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and as a precursor for other fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those requiring alkyl chain extensions or functional group transformations.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the bromoalkene moiety is incorporated into the final active molecule.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Heck reactions, Suzuki-Miyaura cross-couplings, and other palladium-catalyzed transformations to introduce hexenyl groups.
• Ligand and Material Science Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of specialized ligands for catalysis or monomers for polymeric materials.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the manufacture of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Research & Development: A critical reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodological development and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromo-2-hexene
CAS No.	36851-77-1
Molecular Formula	C6H11Br
Molecular Weight	163.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hexen-6-yl bromide; 1-Bromo-4-hexene; 4-Hexen-1-yl bromide; (Hex-4-en-1-yl) bromide; Bromo-4-hexene; 6-Bromohex-2-ene; 4-Hexenyl bromide
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Quality Control

Our 6-Bromo-2-hexene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

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 acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.20 - 1.30
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.470 - 1.480

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