Description

1,7-Dibromoheptane is a versatile aliphatic dibromoalkane building block, essential for the synthesis of complex organic molecules and advanced materials. Its bifunctional nature, featuring two reactive bromine termini, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing linear chains and cyclic structures via nucleophilic substitution and coupling reactions. This compound is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries seeking to develop new active ingredients, liquid crystals, and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring linear C7 spacers or for creating prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides as a versatile alkylating agent.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for the production of specialty polymers, resins, and liquid crystalline materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in nucleophilic substitution reactions, cyclization processes (e.g., to form medium-sized rings), and the preparation of ω-functionalized heptane derivatives.
• Surface Modification & Coatings: Utilized to introduce hydrophobic alkyl chains or reactive sites onto surfaces and nanoparticles.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,7-Dibromoheptane
CAS No.	4549-31-9
Molecular Formula	C7H14Br2
Molecular Weight	257.99 g/mol
Synonyms	Heptamethylene dibromide; 1,7-Dibromo-n-heptane; Dibromoheptane; Heptane-1,7-diyl dibromide; α,ω-Dibromoheptane; 1,7-Dibromoheptan; NSC 8425; Br(CH2)7Br
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Quality Control

Our 1,7-Dibromoheptane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every 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 away from strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.45 g/mL
Boiling Point	~130-135°C (10 mmHg)
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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