Description

1,10-Dibromodecane is a high-purity, linear aliphatic dibromoalkane, a versatile bifunctional alkylating agent and a key building block in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce a ten-carbon spacer with reactive bromine termini, enabling the synthesis of polymers, macrocycles, and complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, polymer, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for creating intermediates, cross-linking agents, and liquid crystal materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, especially those requiring long-chain alkyl linkers.
• Polymer & Resin Synthesis: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, including polyethers, polyesters, and thermosetting resins.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Used in the synthesis of mesogenic compounds and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials, where the decane chain provides necessary flexibility and spacing.
• Phase Transfer Catalyst Synthesis: A key precursor for manufacturing quaternary ammonium salts used as phase transfer catalysts.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Employed in laboratories for alkylation reactions, macrocyclization (e.g., crown ether synthesis), and the preparation of complex organic molecules.
• Surface Modification & Functionalization: Used to create long-chain alkyl monolayers on surfaces for modifying material properties like hydrophobicity.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,10-Dibromodecane
CAS No.	4101-68-2
Molecular Formula	C10H20Br2
Molecular Weight	308.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Decamethylene dibromide; Decamethylene bromide; 1,10-Dibromodecane; Dibromodecane; Decane, 1,10-dibromo-; α,ω-Dibromodecane; 1,10-Dibromodecan; Br(CH2)10Br
EINECS	223-889-9

Quality Control

Our 1,10-Dibromodecane is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 strong bases and strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.39 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.508
Boiling Point	~160-165°C (10 mmHg)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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