Description

Heptanal, 7-Bromo- is a specialized brominated aldehyde intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a reactive aldehyde group and a bromine atom on the terminal carbon, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. The product is supplied under the CAS registry number 54005-84-4.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring specific alkyl chain modifications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the bromoalkyl moiety is incorporated for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Heck reactions.
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of specific aroma chemicals, though further transformation of the aldehyde group is typically required.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the creation of monomers or functionalized polymers with specific hydrophobic or reactive properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Enables chain elongation and functional group introduction via reactions at both the aldehyde and the bromine sites, such as nucleophilic substitution or reduction.

Basic Information

Product Name	Heptanal, 7-Bromo-
CAS No.	54005-84-4
Molecular Formula	C7H13BrO
Molecular Weight	193.08 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Bromoheptanal; 1-Bromo-6-formylhexane; 6-Bromohexyl aldehyde; ω-Bromoheptanal; 7-Bromo-1-heptanal; 7-Bromoheptanaldehyde; Heptanal, 7-bromo-; 6-Bromohexanal (common misnomer, correct structure is 7-Bromoheptanal)
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Quality Control

Our Heptanal, 7-Bromo- is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurities is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and degradation. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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