Description

(S)-(+)-1-Bromo-4-Methylhexane is a high-purity, chiral alkyl halide building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry and reactive bromine functionality make it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with precise three-dimensional architecture. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require enantiomerically pure intermediates for developing active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral building block for the synthesis of enantiomerically pure active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research and development.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of chiral pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where specific stereochemistry is crucial for biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of chiral liquid crystals, polymers, and other advanced materials with specific optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent for nucleophilic substitution reactions (SN2), Grignard reagent formation, and carbon-chain elongation in complex molecule assembly.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of chiral terpenes and other stereochemically defined aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-(+)-1-Bromo-4-Methylhexane
CAS No.	53353-01-8
Molecular Formula	C7H15Br
Molecular Weight	179.10 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-1-Bromo-4-methylhexane; (S)-(+)-4-Methyl-1-bromohexane; (S)-4-Methylhexyl bromide; (+)-(S)-1-Bromo-4-methylhexane; 1-Bromo-4-methylhexane, (S)-; (S)-1-Bromo-4-methyl-hexane; (S)-4-Methylhexan-1-yl bromide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (S)-(+)-1-Bromo-4-Methylhexane is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high enantiomeric purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral HPLC, GC, NMR, and optical rotation measurement, to confirm identity, purity, and stereochemical integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We support cGMP and ISO standards for pharmaceutical and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation [α]D20	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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