Description

Diethyl (6-Bromohexyl)Malonate is a versatile brominated malonate ester, a key synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry. Its value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, where the bromoalkyl chain serves as an electrophile for nucleophilic substitution and the malonate ester acts as a carbanion precursor for carbon-carbon bond formation. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, enabling the efficient synthesis of complex molecules, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring elongated carbon chains or specific functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that incorporate malonate or bromoalkyl motifs.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile precursor for cyclization reactions, chain elongation via malonic ester synthesis, and the introduction of functionalized hexyl groups.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials where precise molecular architecture is required.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing labeled compounds or molecular probes for biochemical and medicinal chemistry research.
• Fine Chemical Production: A key intermediate in the manufacture of complex fragrance, flavor, and dye molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethyl (6-Bromohexyl)Malonate
CAS No.	6557-85-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₃BrO₄
Molecular Weight	323.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl 6-bromohexylmalonate; 6-Bromohexylmalonic Acid Diethyl Ester; Malonic Acid, (6-Bromohexyl)-, Diethyl Ester; Diethyl (6-Bromhexyl)propanedioate; (6-Bromohexyl)propanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester; Bromohexylmalonic Acid Diethyl Ester; Propanedioic Acid, (6-Bromohexyl)-, 1,3-Diethyl Ester
EINECS	229-482-9

Quality Control

Our Diethyl (6-Bromohexyl)Malonate is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for intermediates destined for regulated applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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