Description

1-Bromo-5,5,5-Trichloro-Pent-2-Ene is a halogenated alkene building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine and trichloromethyl groups on an unsaturated carbon chain, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries seeking to introduce specific halogenated motifs or create novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing halogenated functional groups that can influence bioactivity and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its halogenated structure can contribute to product efficacy and specificity.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing complex molecules used in materials science, such as liquid crystals, polymers, or functionalized additives.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bond-forming reactions, including cycloadditions and cross-coupling reactions.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of specific halogenated aroma chemicals, subject to strict purity and regulatory compliance.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-5,5,5-Trichloro-Pent-2-Ene
CAS No.	4954-44-3
Molecular Formula	C5H6BrCl3
Molecular Weight	244.36 g/mol
Synonyms	5,5,5-Trichloro-1-bromopent-2-ene; 1-Bromo-5,5,5-trichloro-2-pentene; Pent-2-ene, 1-bromo-5,5,5-trichloro-; (2E)-1-Bromo-5,5,5-trichloropent-2-ene; (E)-1-Bromo-5,5,5-trichloropent-2-ene; 1-Bromo-5,5,5-trichloro-2-pentene (mixed isomers)
EINECS	225-589-6

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-5,5,5-Trichloro-Pent-2-Ene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters. We adhere to cGMP standards where applicable to support our clients in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.65 g/cm³
Boiling Point	~95-100°C (at 10 mmHg)

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