Description

1-Bromo-6-Methyloctane is a versatile alkyl bromide intermediate characterized by its branched hydrocarbon chain. This compound is valued for its utility in organic synthesis, particularly in carbon-carbon bond formation and as a building block for more complex molecules. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key alkylating agent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific alkyl chain modifications.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile building block for nucleophilic substitution reactions (SN2), Grignard reagent formation, and other coupling reactions.
• Liquid Crystal & Material Science: Employed in the research and development of liquid crystal compounds and other advanced organic materials.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Utilized as a precursor in the synthesis of specific aroma chemicals and esters.
• Laboratory Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in synthetic organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-6-Methyloctane
CAS No.	54089-02-0
Molecular Formula	C9H19Br
Molecular Weight	207.15 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methyl-1-bromooctane; 1-Bromo-6-methyl-octane; Octane, 1-bromo-6-methyl-; 6-Methyloctyl bromide; NSC 163045
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-6-Methyloctane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.10 g/cm³
Refractive Index (n20/D)	~1.455
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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