Description

1,5-Dibromo-3,3-Dimethylpentane is a halogenated organic compound with the CAS registry number 37746-17-1, serving as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its two reactive bromine atoms, which enable efficient alkylation and chain-extension reactions for creating complex molecular architectures. This intermediate is particularly needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific alkyl chain modifications.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a cross-linking agent or monomer precursor for specialty polymers, resins, and liquid crystals.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable reagent for introducing the 3,3-dimethylpentane moiety in multi-step synthetic routes for fine chemicals.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized phosphine or nitrogen-based ligands for catalytic systems.
• Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial R&D exploring new synthetic methodologies and compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,5-Dibromo-3,3-Dimethylpentane
CAS No.	37746-17-1
Molecular Formula	C7H14Br2
Molecular Weight	258.00 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3-Dimethyl-1,5-pentanedibromide; 1,5-Dibromo-3,3-dimethylpentane; Pentane, 1,5-dibromo-3,3-dimethyl-; 37746-17-1; NSC 169102
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Quality Control

Our 1,5-Dibromo-3,3-Dimethylpentane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Density	~1.5 g/cm³
Refractive Index	~1.51

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