Description

Geranyl Bromide is a versatile and reactive organobromine compound widely used as a key alkylating agent and building block in organic synthesis. Its value lies in the efficient introduction of the geranyl moiety, a fundamental terpene unit, for constructing complex molecular frameworks. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, fragrance, and agrochemical industries, where it is employed to synthesize bioactive molecules, flavors, and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of terpene-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Fragrance & Flavor Synthesis: Used to create and modify complex terpenoid structures that form the backbone of many natural and synthetic fragrances and flavors.
• Agrochemical Production: Serves as an intermediate in the manufacture of certain pesticides and plant growth regulators with terpenoid activity.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for C-alkylation reactions and the construction of isoprenoid chains in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Vitamin & Nutraceutical Synthesis: Employed in the synthetic pathways for fat-soluble vitamins and other terpenoid-based nutritional supplements.
• Specialty Polymer Chemistry: Can be used to introduce functional terpene groups into polymers for specialized material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Geranyl Bromide
CAS No.	6138-90-5
Molecular Formula	C10H17Br
Molecular Weight	217.15 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadiene; trans-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-yl bromide; (E)-3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-yl bromide; 2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, 1-bromide, (2E)-; Geranyl bromide, (E)-; (E)-Geranyl bromide; 1-Bromogeraniol; trans-Geranyl bromide
EINECS	228-118-8

Quality Control

Our Geranyl Bromide is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from strong acids and oxidizing agents. Due to its light-sensitive and highly volatile nature, it is recommended to store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) and handle under appropriate ventilation to minimize exposure and evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (GC Area %)	≥ 97.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.10 - 1.15
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.495 - 1.505

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