Description

Docosanoic Acid, 22-Bromo- is a high-purity, long-chain brominated fatty acid derivative, also known as 22-Bromodocosanoic Acid. This specialty chemical serves as a critical synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require precise, high-quality intermediates for complex molecular construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring long aliphatic chains with halogen functionality.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor for creating specialized surfactants, emulsifiers, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Materials: Serves as a building block for mesogenic compounds and specialty polymers where bromine substitution is required for specific electronic or structural properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for introducing the C22 bromoalkyl chain in complex organic molecules, including natural product analogs and novel chemical entities.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used in the development of specialized coatings and surface treatments where long-chain bromo-acids impart specific characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Docosanoic Acid, 22-Bromo-
CAS No.	78774-39-7
Molecular Formula	C22H43BrO2
Molecular Weight	419.48 g/mol
Synonyms	22-Bromodocosanoic Acid; 22-Bromobehenic Acid; Bromodocosanoic Acid; Docosanoic acid, 22-bromo-; 22-Bromo-docosanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Docosanoic Acid, 22-Bromo- is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles for manufacturing, ensuring reliability for research and scale-up applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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