Description

1-(Bromomethyl)-4-Heptyl-Benzene is a specialized aromatic bromo compound that serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring a bromomethyl group and a heptyl side chain, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications such as ligand synthesis and molecular scaffold construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and liquid crystal compounds for electronic displays.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as an alkylating agent or a starting material for the preparation of complex ligands in catalytic systems.
• Chemical Research & Development: A crucial reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Bromomethyl)-4-Heptyl-Benzene
CAS No.	60982-74-3
Molecular Formula	C14H21Br
Molecular Weight	269.22 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Heptylbenzyl Bromide; 1-Bromomethyl-4-heptylbenzene; p-Heptylbenzyl Bromide; (4-Heptylphenyl)methyl Bromide; 4-Heptyl-α-bromotoluene; α-Bromo-4-heptyltoluene; Heptylbenzyl Bromide; Bromomethyl Heptyl Benzene
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Quality Control

Our 1-(Bromomethyl)-4-Heptyl-Benzene is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical properties is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents.

Specification

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

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