Description

1,1-Bis(Bromomethyl)Cyclopentane is a versatile brominated organic building block characterized by its cyclopentane ring functionalized with two bromomethyl groups at the same carbon. This compound is valued for its high reactivity, serving as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules and advanced materials. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for constructing cyclic frameworks and introducing functional handles for further chemical elaboration.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing spirocyclic or constrained ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to create novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides by incorporating the bromomethyl functional groups into target molecules.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer for producing specialty polymers, resins, and flame-retardant materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cyclization reactions, nucleophilic substitution, and as a scaffold for constructing complex organic compounds in research and development.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Useful for synthesizing novel ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1-Bis(Bromomethyl)Cyclopentane
CAS No.	68499-28-5
Molecular Formula	C7H12Br2
Molecular Weight	263.98 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclopentane, 1,1-bis(bromomethyl)-; 1,1-Di(bromomethyl)cyclopentane; 1,1-Bis(bromomethyl)cyclopentane; (Bromomethyl)cyclopentylmethyl bromide; NSC 169102
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Quality Control

Our 1,1-Bis(Bromomethyl)Cyclopentane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.