Description

1,2-Dibromooctane CAS NO 6269-92-7 is a versatile aliphatic dibromide compound primarily used as a key synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry. Its value lies in its ability to act as a bifunctional alkylating agent, enabling the construction of complex molecular frameworks. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as industrial-scale operations in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to introduce specific functional groups or chain-extend molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific carbon chain lengths.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the octyl chain provides specific solubility and activity profiles.
• Phase Transfer Catalyst Precursor: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of quaternary ammonium salts used in phase-transfer catalysis.
• Polymer Modification: Employed as a cross-linking agent or chain extender in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in various name reactions, including nucleophilic substitution and elimination reactions, to introduce bromoalkyl functionalities.
• Lubricant & Surfactant Additive Intermediate: Provides a hydrophobic backbone for the synthesis of specialized additives.
• Flame Retardant Synthon: The bromine content makes it a potential intermediate in the synthesis of brominated flame retardants.
• Material Science Research: Used in R&D for creating novel organic materials and liquid crystals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Dibromooctane
CAS No.	6269-92-7
Molecular Formula	C8H16Br2
Molecular Weight	280.02 g/mol
Synonyms	Octane, 1,2-dibromo-; 1,2-Dibromooctane; Octamethylene dibromide; 1,2-Dibromo-n-octane; Dibromooctane; NSC 60545; α,β-Dibromooctane
EINECS	228-448-6

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Dibromooctane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every 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 each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. 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%
Density (at 20°C)	1.45 - 1.50 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.495 - 1.505
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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