Description

Cyclohexane, 1,4-Bis(Bromomethyl)-, trans- is a high-purity, versatile brominated organic building block. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for constructing cyclic frameworks and introducing functional handles.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing bridged or constrained cyclohexane scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized phosphine or nitrogen-based ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed as a cross-linking agent or monomer in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and advanced materials with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in various organic transformations, including nucleophilic substitution and cyclization reactions, to introduce functionalized cyclohexane units.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal chemistry and synthetic methodology development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclohexane, 1,4-Bis(Bromomethyl)-, trans-
CAS No.	57702-84-8
Molecular Formula	C8H14Br2
Molecular Weight	270.01 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-1,4-Bis(bromomethyl)cyclohexane; 1,4-Bis(bromomethyl)cyclohexane (trans-); trans-Hexahydro-p-xylylene dibromide; p-Xylylene dibromide, hexahydro-, trans-; (trans)-1,4-Bis(bromomethyl)cyclohexane; Cyclohexane, 1,4-bis(bromomethyl)-, (1α,4α)-; NSC 60548
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Quality Control

Our Cyclohexane, 1,4-Bis(Bromomethyl)-, trans- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every shipment, confirming compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	97 - 102 °C
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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