Description

5-Bromo-5-Hexenoic Acid is a versatile bifunctional organic building block featuring both a reactive bromine atom and a terminal carboxylic acid group. This compound is valued for its utility in constructing complex molecular architectures through sequential functionalization and cyclization reactions. It is primarily sought by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications in medicinal chemistry and polymer synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates, particularly for introducing functionalized alkyl chains.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific halogenated acid motifs.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers, coatings, and functional materials with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitution reactions to create complex organic molecules.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Useful for synthesizing novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Facilitates the creation of labeled compounds and molecular probes for biochemical and cellular studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-5-Hexenoic Acid
CAS No.	732248-41-8
Molecular Formula	C6H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	193.04 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromohex-5-enoic acid; 5-Bromo-5-hexenoic acid; 5-Hexenoic acid, 5-bromo-; (5-Bromopent-4-enyl)formic acid; 5-Bromopent-4-enoic acid (common misnomer); 5-Bromo-δ5-hexenoic acid; 5-Bromo-5-hexene-1-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-5-Hexenoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥95.0% (Typical 97-99%)
Purity (GC)	≥95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

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