Description

1-Bromo-5-Chloropentane is a versatile bifunctional alkylating agent, a key organic intermediate prized for its ability to introduce both bromo and chloroalkyl chains in a single molecule. Its primary value lies in facilitating efficient multi-step syntheses, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures with high precision. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), liquid crystals, and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring specific halogenated alkyl linkers.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where its dual functionality aids in creating complex bioactive molecules.
• Liquid Crystal Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for mesogenic compounds used in display technologies due to its ability to form rigid, anisotropic structures.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a cross-linking agent or a monomer modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers, resins, and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research laboratories for nucleophilic substitution reactions, cyclization processes, and the preparation of other fine chemicals.
• Chemical Linker: Utilized to tether different molecular fragments in medicinal chemistry and material design, leveraging its two reactive halogen sites.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-5-Chloropentane
CAS No.	54512-75-3
Molecular Formula	C5H10BrCl
Molecular Weight	185.49 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-1-bromopentane; 5-Chloropentyl bromide; 1-Chloro-5-bromopentane; Pentane, 1-bromo-5-chloro-; Bromochloropentane; ω-Chloro-ω'-bromopentane; NSC 9375
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-5-Chloropentane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles to meet the stringent requirements of our global clientele in research and production.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (20°C)	~1.40 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.480
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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