Description

1,6-Dibromohexane is a versatile bifunctional alkylating agent and a key organic intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to act as a linker or spacer molecule, introducing a six-carbon chain with reactive bromine termini. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors who require a reliable building block for creating polymers, liquid crystals, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other drug candidates, often as a linker or alkylating agent.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and liquid crystalline materials.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key intermediate in the manufacture of certain pesticides and herbicides.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in various organic reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions, to introduce hexamethylene chains.
• Surface Modification: Used to functionalize surfaces or nanoparticles by providing bromine handles for further chemical attachment.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new chemical entities and synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,6-Dibromohexane
CAS No.	629-03-8
Molecular Formula	C6H12Br2
Molecular Weight	243.97 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexamethylene Dibromide; 1,6-Dibromo-n-hexane; Dibromohexane; Hexane-1,6-diyl dibromide; NSC 6050; Br(CH2)6Br; α,ω-Dibromohexane
EINECS	211-058-6

Quality Control

Our 1,6-Dibromohexane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for industrial and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.58 - 1.62 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.505 - 1.509
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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