Description

n-Pentadecylmagnesium Bromide is a long-chain alkyl Grignard reagent, a versatile organometallic compound widely used in synthetic organic chemistry. Its primary value lies in its ability to act as a powerful nucleophile and strong base, facilitating the formation of carbon-carbon bonds to introduce the pentadecyl group into target molecules. This reagent is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, enabling the synthesis of complex organic intermediates, specialty surfactants, and liquid crystal compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Key building block for introducing long alkyl chains into drug candidates, potentially modifying lipophilicity and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Production: Used in the synthesis of active ingredients for herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific long-chain alkyl functionalities.
• Specialty Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the preparation of functionalized polymers, surfactants, and liquid crystalline materials where a C15 alkyl chain is desired.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A fundamental reagent in laboratories for nucleophilic addition reactions to carbonyl compounds (ketones, aldehydes, esters) and cross-coupling reactions.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential use in synthesizing specific long-chain esters and other aroma chemicals.
• Lubricant & Additive Precursor: Serves as an intermediate for creating specialized lubricant additives and corrosion inhibitors.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Pentadecylmagnesium Bromide
CAS No.	78887-70-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₃₁BrMg
Molecular Weight	315.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Pentadecylmagnesium Bromide; Magnesium, bromopentadecyl-; 1-Pentadecylmagnesium Bromide; n-C15H31MgBr; Pentadecyl Magnesium Bromide; Grignard Reagent C15; Bromopentadecylmagnesium; C15-Alkylmagnesium Bromide
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Quality Control

Our n-Pentadecylmagnesium Bromide is manufactured and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for sensitive synthetic applications. Quality is assured through rigorous analytical testing, including titration for Grignard concentration and GC analysis to confirm alkyl chain integrity and solvent purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing concentration, solvent, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality management systems.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. This product is highly volatile, hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive), and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). It must be stored under a dry, inert gas (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, well-ventilated area, away from heat and incompatible materials such as strong acids, water, and oxidizing agents. For optimal stability, maintain at recommended temperatures as specified on the label or COA, typically between 2°C and 8°C for extended storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear to slightly hazy solution
Concentration	Typically 0.5 M to 2.0 M in specified solvent (e.g., THF, Diethyl Ether)
Assay (by Titration)	≥ 95% (as Grignard reagent)
Solvent	As specified (Anhydrous Tetrahydrofuran common)
Identity (IR/NMR)	Conforms to structure

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