Description

(1-Methylpropyl)Pentylmagnesium is a highly reactive organomagnesium compound, commonly known as a Grignard reagent. This chemical is a critical intermediate in organic synthesis, valued for its ability to form new carbon-carbon bonds with a variety of electrophiles. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Key reagent for the alkylation of carbonyl compounds, esters, and epoxides in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of complex molecules for crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the preparation of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific branched-chain alkyl groups.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as an initiator or modifying agent in the development of novel polymers and functional materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental tool in exploratory chemistry for method development and the synthesis of novel organic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1-Methylpropyl)Pentylmagnesium
CAS No.	79489-99-9
Molecular Formula	C9H19Mg
Molecular Weight	151.55 g/mol
Synonyms	sec-Butylpentylmagnesium; 2-Butylpentylmagnesium; Pentyl(1-methylpropyl)magnesium; Magnesium, pentyl(1-methylpropyl)-; sec-C4H9C5H11Mg; Grignard Reagent sec-BuC5H11Mg
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Quality Control

Our (1-Methylpropyl)Pentylmagnesium is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high reactivity. Each lot is analyzed to confirm concentration, purity, and suitability for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, titration results, and solvent content is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at 2-8°C in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. This material is highly volatile, hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive), and easily oxidized. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong acids, water, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow solution
Concentration (in specified solvent)	Typically 0.5 M to 2.0 M
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95%
Solvent	Diethyl ether, THF, or other specified ethers

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