Description

(1-Bromocyclopropyl)Methanol is a versatile brominated cyclopropane derivative, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity of the cyclopropyl ring and the functional handles provided by the bromine and hydroxymethyl groups, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it serves as a critical intermediate for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing strained ring systems for enhanced biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, where the cyclopropane moiety can impart specific modes of action.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers and functional polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties derived from the cyclopropyl structure.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom makes it a suitable substrate for various palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Negishi) to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Ring-Opening and Expansion Chemistry: Utilized in studies involving the controlled ring-opening of cyclopropanes to access acyclic or larger cyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1-Bromocyclopropyl)Methanol
CAS No.	50915-29-2
Molecular Formula	C4H7BrO
Molecular Weight	151.00 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromocyclopropanemethanol; (1-Bromocyclopropyl)carbinol; Cyclopropanemethanol, 1-bromo-; 1-Bromo-1-(hydroxymethyl)cyclopropane; α-(Bromocyclopropyl)methanol
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Quality Control

Our (1-Bromocyclopropyl)Methanol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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