Description

1-Bromo-4,4-Dimethylpentane is a valuable halogenated alkane building block, characterized by its branched neopentyl-like structure and reactive bromine terminus. This compound matters for its role as a versatile alkylating agent and intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, offering a pathway to introduce bulky, sterically hindered groups. Industries such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemical research need it for developing active ingredients, ligands, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where a sterically hindered alkyl chain is required.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Grignard reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and cross-coupling reactions to construct complex organic frameworks.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for modifying phosphines and other ligands to create novel catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials.
• Laboratory Reagent: Utilized in research and development for method development and scale-up studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-4,4-Dimethylpentane
CAS No.	6570-95-2
Molecular Formula	C7H15Br
Molecular Weight	179.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Neohexyl Bromide; 4,4-Dimethyl-1-bromopentane; 1-Bromo-neohexane; (3,3-Dimethylbutyl)methyl Bromide; Bromoneohexane; tert-Butylmethyl Bromomethane; 1-Bromo-4,4-dimethyl-pentane; Pentane, 1-bromo-4,4-dimethyl-
EINECS	229-487-7

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-4,4-Dimethylpentane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and purity assays, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat and ignition sources. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	1.10 - 1.15 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.445 - 1.455

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