Description

[R,(-)]-2-Bromooctane is a high-purity chiral alkyl halide, specifically the (R)-enantiomer of 2-bromooctane, serving as a critical building block in asymmetric synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry is essential for producing optically active intermediates in pharmaceuticals and advanced materials. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring precise stereocontrol.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and bioactive molecules.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Used in nucleophilic substitution and cross-coupling reactions to introduce chiral centers with high enantiomeric purity.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a precursor in the development of chiral pesticides and herbicides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the synthesis of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis.
• Material Science: A building block for creating chiral liquid crystals or polymers with specific optical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A standard reagent for methodological development in organic and medicinal chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	[R,(-)]-2-Bromooctane
CAS No.	5978-55-2
Molecular Formula	C8H17Br
Molecular Weight	193.13 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-(-)-2-Bromooctane; (R)-2-Bromooctane; (-)-2-Bromooctane; (R)-1-Bromo-2-methylheptane; (R)-sec-Octyl bromide; (2R)-2-Bromooctane; (R)-Octan-2-yl bromide
EINECS	227-787-6

Quality Control

Every batch of [R,(-)]-2-Bromooctane is manufactured and tested under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, enantiomeric excess, and identity are available for each lot, confirming compliance with specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.4520 - 1.4560
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	1.10 - 1.12

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