Description

5-Bromo-4-Decene is a valuable halogenated alkene intermediate with the CAS number 61141-75-1. This compound is significant for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of both bromine and alkene functionalities. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates, particularly in cross-coupling reactions like Suzuki or Heck reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for developing new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the creation of functional monomers for specialty polymers, coatings, and advanced materials with specific properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial research for constructing complex organic molecules, including natural product analogs and fine chemicals.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing novel ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-4-Decene
CAS No.	61141-75-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₉Br
Molecular Weight	219.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Decene, 5-bromo-; 5-Bromodec-4-ene; (E/Z)-5-Bromo-4-decene; Bromodecene; 1-Bromo-5-hexene (common misnomer, based on different numbering); 5-Bromo-4-dec-ene; 4-Decen-5-yl bromide
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Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-4-Decene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0% (Typical 97-99%)
Isomer Ratio (E/Z) (GC)	Reported on COA
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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