Description

Ethyl 2-Bromohexanoate is a versatile brominated ester compound, valued as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary commercial value lies in its reactive bromine atom and ester functionality, enabling its use in the construction of complex molecules. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and agrochemical producers seeking to build chiral centers or incorporate hexanoate derivatives into target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring chiral α-carbon frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that utilize bromoalkanoate chemistry.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as an alkylating agent or a precursor for nucleophilic substitution reactions in fine chemical and academic research.
• Liquid Crystal & Material Science: A potential intermediate in the synthesis of specialty monomers and liquid crystal compounds for electronic displays.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specific ester-based aroma chemicals, following appropriate purification and processing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Bromohexanoate
CAS No.	6974-85-2
Molecular Formula	C8H15BrO2
Molecular Weight	223.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromohexanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 2-Bromocaproate; Ethyl α-Bromohexanoate; 2-Bromohexanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Hexanoic acid, 2-bromo-, ethyl ester; NSC 404087; Ethyl (2R)-2-bromohexanoate (enantiomer); Ethyl (2S)-2-bromohexanoate (enantiomer)
EINECS	230-200-9

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Bromohexanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer requirements. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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. The product is compatible with strong acids and organic solvents but should be handled with appropriate chemical safety precautions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.250 - 1.280
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.455 - 1.465

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