Description

7-Bromo-7-Octenoic Acid is a versatile brominated alkenoic acid building block used in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive terminal alkene and carboxylic acid functionalities, enabling its use in cross-coupling reactions and as a precursor for more complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for introducing specific carbon chains or bromine handles for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides, where its structure can be incorporated into bioactive molecules.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of novel polymers and functional materials with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Heck, Suzuki) and other C-C bond-forming transformations to construct complex organic molecules.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral in the multi-step synthesis of high-value fine chemicals and flavors & fragrances.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Bromo-7-Octenoic Acid
CAS No.	732248-52-1
Molecular Formula	C8H13BrO2
Molecular Weight	221.09 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Bromo-7-octenoic acid; 7-Bromooct-7-enoic acid; (7-Bromohept-6-enyl)formic acid; Oct-7-enoic acid, 7-bromo-; 7-Bromo-oct-7-enoic acid; 7-Bromooct-7-en-1-oic acid
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Quality Control

Our 7-Bromo-7-Octenoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and heat sources.

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.