Description

2-Bromooctadecanal is a versatile long-chain brominated aldehyde intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a reactive aldehyde group and a bromine atom on a long alkyl chain, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules. This compound is particularly sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and specialty chemical industries for the development of novel compounds and materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring long hydrophobic chains or specific bromine functionalities.
• Liquid Crystal Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced liquid crystal materials for display technologies, where the long alkyl chain and halogen atom influence mesomorphic properties.
• Surfactant & Detergent Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing novel surfactants, emulsifiers, and fabric softeners with specific performance characteristics.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymers, enhancing properties like adhesion, compatibility, or creating sites for further chemical reaction.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A crucial reagent in organic laboratories for constructing complex carbon skeletons, performing chain elongation, and exploring new catalytic reactions.
• Agrochemical Development: Used in the research and synthesis of new crop protection agents and plant growth regulators.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromooctadecanal
CAS No.	56599-95-2
Molecular Formula	C18H35BrO
Molecular Weight	347.38 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromooctadecan-1-al; 2-Bromostearaldehyde; Octadecanal, 2-bromo-; 1-Bromoheptadecanecarboxaldehyde; α-Bromostearaldehyde; 2-Bromo-1-octadecanal; Stearaldehyde, 2-bromo-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromooctadecanal is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and specific impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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