Description

1-Bromo-1-Hexene is a versatile halogenated alkene building block with the CAS number 57855-22-8. This compound is valued for its terminal alkene and bromine functionalities, making it a crucial intermediate in organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules via cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Heck, Suzuki).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Grignard reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and as a starting material for synthesizing longer-chain or functionalized organic compounds.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Research: Utilized in the development of organic semiconductors and liquid crystal display (LCD) components.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used in the controlled synthesis of specific aroma chemicals and intermediates.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-1-Hexene
CAS No.	57855-22-8
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₁Br
Molecular Weight	163.06 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hexene, 1-bromo-; 1-Bromohex-1-ene; Bromohexene; 1-Hexenyl bromide; (Hex-1-en-1-yl)bromide; 1-Bromo-1-hexylene; NSC 60544
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-1-Hexene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture ingress and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (20°C)	~1.20 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20/D)	~1.47

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