Description

2-Bromohexanoyl chloride is a versatile and highly reactive organic acid chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to efficiently introduce the 2-bromohexanoyl moiety, enabling the construction of complex molecules for research and industrial applications. This compound is essential for pharmaceutical chemists, agrochemical researchers, and material scientists engaged in the development of active ingredients, functional polymers, and specialized fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a brominated alkyl chain.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the bromine atom enhances biological activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent for creating specialty polymers with unique properties like flame retardancy or specific reactivity.
• Peptide & Protein Modification: Employed to acylate amino groups or other nucleophilic sites in biomolecules for labeling or functionalization studies.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for synthesizing complex organic molecules used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A fundamental reagent for Friedel-Crafts acylation, esterification, and amide bond formation in complex organic molecule construction.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine substituent makes it a suitable substrate for various palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Negishi).
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new synthetic methodologies and novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Bromohexanoyl chloride
CAS No.	42768-46-7
Molecular Formula	C6H10BrClO
Molecular Weight	213.50 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexanoyl chloride, 2-bromo-; 2-Bromohexanoic acid chloride; 2-Bromocaproyl chloride; α-Bromocaproyl chloride; 2-Bromo-n-caproyl chloride; 2-Bromohexanoyl chloride; Bromohexanoyl chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromohexanoyl chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity, consistency, and reliability for your synthetic processes. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring the material meets the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and advanced research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acid Value	Contact for details
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Contact for details
Density	~1.4 g/cm³

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