Description

Bromohexyltriphenylphosphorane CAS NO 39521-32-9 is a specialized organophosphorus reagent, specifically a phosphonium ylide, widely used in synthetic organic chemistry. Its primary value lies in its role as a key intermediate for the Wittig reaction, enabling the efficient synthesis of alkenes from carbonyl compounds. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require high-purity building blocks for complex molecule synthesis.

Application

• Wittig Olefination Reagent: A crucial precursor for generating stabilized ylides used in the synthesis of complex alkenes, including those with extended carbon chains.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Employed in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing specific alkene functionalities into drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents and pesticides where specific alkene structures are required for biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and liquid crystal molecules for display technologies.
• Polymer & Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the creation of functional polymers and specialty chemicals with tailored properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in both university laboratories and industrial R&D centers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bromohexyltriphenylphosphorane
CAS No.	39521-32-9
Molecular Formula	C24H26BrP
Molecular Weight	425.34 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Bromohexyltriphenylphosphonium Bromide; (6-Bromohexyl)triphenylphosphonium Bromide; Bromohexyltriphenylphosphonium Bromide; Triphenyl(6-bromohexyl)phosphonium Bromide; Phosphonium, (6-bromohexyl)triphenyl-, bromide; 39521-32-9; Bromohexyl triphenyl phosphorane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Bromohexyltriphenylphosphorane is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for sensitive synthetic applications. We adhere to relevant industry standards, and each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Certificates are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) when appropriate to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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