Description

14-Bromotetradecanol is a valuable long-chain brominated alcohol intermediate, offering a reactive bromine atom and a terminal hydroxyl group for versatile chemical synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and industrial chemists developing specialty surfactants, liquid crystal materials, and pharmaceutical building blocks. Its bifunctional nature makes it a critical precursor in the production of phase-transfer catalysts, polymer modifiers, and advanced organic compounds for the electronics and materials science sectors.

Application

• Surfactant & Detergent Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for the synthesis of cationic and nonionic surfactants with specific chain lengths.
• Liquid Crystal Synthesis: Used in the preparation of alkyl chain segments for thermotropic and lyotropic liquid crystal molecules.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a versatile synthon for creating long-chain alkyl derivatives with potential biological activity.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce bromoalkyl side chains into polymers, altering physical properties for specialized applications.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst Precursor: A starting material for manufacturing quaternary ammonium salts used as catalysts in biphasic reactions.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in nucleophilic substitution and coupling reactions to construct complex organic architectures.
• Materials Science Research: Applied in the development of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) and other advanced surface coatings.
• Lubricant & Additive Component: Incorporated into the synthesis of specialty esters and additives for high-performance lubricants.

Basic Information

Product Name	14-Bromotetradecanol
CAS No.	72995-94-9
Molecular Formula	C14H29BrO
Molecular Weight	293.29 g/mol
Synonyms	14-Bromo-1-tetradecanol; 1-Tetradecanol, 14-bromo-; ω-Bromotetradecanol; Tetradecyl Bromide, ω-Hydroxy; 14-Bromotetradecyl Alcohol; 14-Bromo-n-tetradecanol; ω-Bromotetradecanol; 14-BTD
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Quality Control

Our 14-Bromotetradecanol is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

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 strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	40 - 45 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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