Description

(1-Hexylheptyl)Magnesium Chloride is a highly reactive organomagnesium compound, specifically a Grignard reagent, with the CAS registry number 64976-89-2. It serves as a critical carbon nucleophile in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the formation of new carbon-carbon bonds with high precision and efficiency. This reagent is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable, high-purity intermediates for complex molecule construction.

Application

• As a key Grignard reagent for nucleophilic addition reactions to carbonyl compounds (aldehydes, ketones, esters).
• Intermediate synthesis for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug candidates.
• Production of specialty chemicals and fine chemicals requiring the introduction of a branched C13 alkyl chain.
• Catalyst and ligand precursor in organometallic chemistry and polymerization processes.
• Laboratory-scale research and process development in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Building block for advanced materials, such as liquid crystals and organic electronic components.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1-Hexylheptyl)Magnesium Chloride
CAS No.	64976-89-2
Molecular Formula	C13H27ClMg
Molecular Weight	242.91 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hexylheptylmagnesium Chloride; Tridecylmagnesium Chloride; Magnesium, chlorotridecyl-; Grignard Reagent C13H27MgCl; n-Tridecylmagnesium Chloride; Chloro(tridecyl)magnesium; (Tridecyl)magnesium Chloride
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Quality Control

Our (1-Hexylheptyl)Magnesium Chloride is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high reactivity. Each lot is analyzed to confirm concentration, purity, and suitability for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay (by titration), solvent content, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. This product is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and highly volatile. For optimal stability and safety, store under a dry, inert gas (argon or nitrogen) at recommended temperatures. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as moisture, acids, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow solution
Concentration (in specified solvent)	Typically 0.5 M - 2.0 M
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95%
Identification (IR/NMR)	Conforms to structure
Solvent	Typically Tetrahydrofuran (THF) or Diethyl Ether

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