Description

2-Bromo-6-Methylheptane is a versatile branched-chain alkyl bromide intermediate of significant importance in synthetic organic chemistry. Its value lies in its reactivity as an alkylating agent and as a building block for introducing the 6-methylheptyl moiety into more complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to synthesize active ingredients, ligands, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a branched alkyl chain.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where specific alkylation steps are required.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Serves as a fundamental reagent in laboratories for nucleophilic substitution reactions, Grignard reagent formation, and cross-coupling reactions.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the development of specialized phosphine or nitrogen-based ligands for catalytic systems.
• Material Science: Acts as a precursor for modifying polymer chains or surface functionalities in advanced materials.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals with branched hydrocarbon notes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-6-Methylheptane
CAS No.	4730-24-9
Molecular Formula	C8H17Br
Molecular Weight	193.13 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methyl-2-bromoheptane; 2-Bromo-6-methyl-heptane; 1-Bromo-5-methylhexane; Heptane, 2-bromo-6-methyl-; Isooctyl bromide (common name); (6-Methylheptan-2-yl) bromide
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-6-Methylheptane is produced under a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and purity assays, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature: 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.12 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.455 - 1.465
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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