Description

(S)-(+)-1-Bromo-4-Methylhexane CAS NO 7492-90-2 is a high-purity chiral alkyl bromide building block of significant value in asymmetric synthesis. Its well-defined stereochemistry makes it a critical reagent for introducing a branched alkyl chain with precise spatial orientation into target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require enantiomerically pure intermediates for the development of novel active ingredients and functional compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral building block for the synthesis of enantiomerically pure active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of chiral pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry is required for optimal biological activity and environmental profile.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing chiral ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of chiral liquid crystals, polymers, and other advanced materials with specific optical or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile reagent for nucleophilic substitution reactions (SN2), Grignard reagent formation, and cross-coupling reactions to construct complex molecular architectures.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of stereochemically defined terpenes and other chiral aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-(+)-1-Bromo-4-Methylhexane
CAS No.	7492-90-2
Molecular Formula	C7H15Br
Molecular Weight	179.10 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-1-Bromo-4-methylhexane; (S)-(+)-4-Methyl-1-bromohexane; (S)-4-Methylhexyl bromide; (+)-(S)-1-Bromo-4-methylhexane; 1-Bromo-4-methylhexane, (S)-; (S)-1-Bromo-4-methyl-hexane; (S)-4-Methylhexan-1-yl bromide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (S)-(+)-1-Bromo-4-Methylhexane is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high chemical and enantiomeric purity, meeting the exacting standards required for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) providing detailed results for assay, chiral purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents. Due to its light-sensitive nature and reactivity, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation of quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Specific Rotation [α]D20	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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