Description

1-Bromo-3,3-Dimethylpentane is a valuable halogenated alkane building block, specifically a tertiary bromide, known for its utility in advanced organic synthesis. Its structure makes it an effective alkylating agent and a key intermediate for constructing more complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring the introduction of a bulky, branched alkyl group.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing sterically hindered alkyl moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of pesticides and herbicides where specific branched-chain structures are required for biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as an alkylating agent in nucleophilic substitution reactions (SN1) to form carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bonds in fine chemical manufacturing.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized phosphine ligands or other organometallic precursors used in catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Utilized as a monomer or modifying agent in the development of specialty polymers with unique properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for methodological studies and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-3,3-Dimethylpentane
CAS No.	6188-50-7
Molecular Formula	C7H15Br
Molecular Weight	179.10 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3-Dimethyl-1-bromopentane; 3,3-Dimethylpentyl bromide; 1-Bromo-3,3-dimethyl-pentane; Pentane, 1-bromo-3,3-dimethyl-; (3,3-Dimethylpentyl)bromide; Neopentylpropyl bromide; Tertiary heptyl bromide
EINECS	228-250-8

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-3,3-Dimethylpentane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, 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 standards for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	1.10 - 1.15 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.450 - 1.455

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