Description

1-Bromo-1-Iodo-1-Pentene is a valuable halogenated alkene building block used in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine and iodine atoms on the same terminal carbon, makes it a versatile reagent for cross-coupling reactions and the construction of complex molecular frameworks. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for creating novel intermediates and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactivity to introduce halogenated motifs.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent in the creation of specialized polymers and advanced materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: A valuable substrate in Suzuki, Stille, and Negishi couplings due to the differential reactivity of its bromine and iodine atoms.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in laboratories for the stereoselective synthesis of complex natural products and fine chemicals.
• Chemical Research & Development: Essential for method development and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-1-Iodo-1-Pentene
CAS No.	55683-02-8
Molecular Formula	C5H8BrI
Molecular Weight	274.93 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Pentene, 1-bromo-1-iodo-; (1E)-1-Bromo-1-iodopent-1-ene; 1-Bromo-1-iodo-pent-1-ene; Pent-1-en-1-yl, 1-bromo-1-iodo-; 1-Bromo-1-iodo-1-pentene (mixed isomers); 1-Iodo-1-bromo-1-pentene
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-1-Iodo-1-Pentene is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. While specific grades (e.g., technical, research) are available, all materials are characterized by standard analytical techniques. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place, away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥95% (Research Grade)
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%
Density	~2.1 g/cm³ (at 20°C)

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