Description

6-Bromo-6-Heptenoic Acid is a versatile bifunctional organic building block featuring both a reactive bromine atom and a terminal carboxylic acid group. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the life sciences and specialty chemical sectors for constructing novel compounds and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, especially those requiring the introduction of a heptenoic acid moiety.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used in coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce functionalized carbon chains.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Intermediate in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Used in the synthesis of liquid crystals, organic semiconductors, and other advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Biology: Useful for synthesizing probes and linkers for bioconjugation and protein modification studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromo-6-Heptenoic Acid
CAS No.	732248-47-4
Molecular Formula	C7H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	207.07 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Bromohept-6-enoic acid; (6-Bromohept-6-en-1-oic acid); 6-Heptenoic acid, 6-bromo-; 6-Bromo-6-heptenoic acid; Bromoheptenoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 6-Bromo-6-Heptenoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

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 strong acids and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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