Description

6-Bromohexanal is a versatile bifunctional organic intermediate featuring both a reactive bromoalkyl chain and an aldehyde group. This compound matters for its pivotal role in the synthesis of complex molecules, enabling the construction of heterocycles, macrocycles, and various functionalized derivatives. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in creating heterocyclic compounds and prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific alkyl chain modifications.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis.
• Polymer and Material Science: Employed to introduce functional aldehyde groups into polymers or to create cross-linking agents and monomers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in nucleophilic substitution reactions, Grignard reactions, and reductive amination processes to extend carbon chains.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals and flavor compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromohexanal
CAS No.	57978-00-4
Molecular Formula	C6H11BrO
Molecular Weight	179.06 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Bromohexanal; 6-Bromo-1-hexanal; 6-Bromohexanaldehyde; Hexanal, 6-bromo-; 6-Bromocaproaldehyde; ω-Bromohexanal; 1-Hexanal, 6-bromo-; 6-Bromo-n-hexanal
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Quality Control

Our 6-Bromohexanal is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and manufacturing specifications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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