Description

1-Bromo-3-Methylpentane is a halogenated alkane primarily used as a versatile alkylating agent and synthetic intermediate in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce the 3-methylpentyl group into target molecules, enabling the production of complex chemical architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as an alkylating agent in nucleophilic substitution reactions to form carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bonds.
• Material Science Research: Intermediate in the development of novel polymers, liquid crystals, and specialty materials.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential precursor in the synthesis of specific aroma compounds.
• Laboratory Research & Development: Serves as a standard reagent for method development and exploratory chemistry in R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-3-Methylpentane
CAS No.	51116-73-5
Molecular Formula	C6H13Br
Molecular Weight	165.07 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methylpentyl bromide; 3-Methyl-1-bromopentane; 1-Bromo-3-methylpentane; Bromo(3-methylpentane); (3-Methylpentyl)bromide; NSC 84266; 51116-73-5
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-3-Methylpentane is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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 strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture ingress and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.18 - 1.22 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.445 - 1.455
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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