Description

trans-1,2-Dibromocyclohexane is a high-purity, versatile brominated cycloalkane intermediate essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its rigid trans configuration and reactive bromine atoms make it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures and functional materials. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring precise stereochemistry and reliable reactivity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for creating chiral centers and cyclic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where the cyclohexane ring structure provides stability and bioactivity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer precursor for the development of specialty polymers, resins, and flame-retardant materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various coupling reactions (e.g., Grignard, elimination) and as a precursor for generating other functionalized cyclohexane derivatives in research laboratories.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Utilized in the synthesis of intermediates for electronic display components due to its ability to introduce bromine for further functionalization.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental tool for method development and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-1,2-Dibromocyclohexane
CAS No.	7429-37-0
Molecular Formula	C6H10Br2
Molecular Weight	241.95 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,2R)-1,2-Dibromocyclohexane; (1S,2S)-1,2-Dibromocyclohexane; rac-trans-1,2-Dibromocyclohexane; trans-1,2-Dibromocyclohexane; 1,2-Dibromocyclohexane, trans-; Cyclohexane, 1,2-dibromo-, trans-; NSC 60545
EINECS	231-072-1

Quality Control

Our trans-1,2-Dibromocyclohexane is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to verify identity, purity, and the absence of critical impurities. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and metals.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Specific Rotation (if applicable)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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