Description

5-Acetoxypentyl Zinc Bromide is a highly reactive organozinc reagent, specifically a functionalized alkylzinc halide. This compound is a valuable synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry, enabling the efficient introduction of the 5-acetoxypentyl moiety into target molecules via cross-coupling reactions. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of specialized pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Essential reagent in Negishi and related transition-metal catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form new carbon-carbon bonds.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced organic electronic materials.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional side chains into polymers for specialty material applications.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile tool in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Acetoxypentyl Zinc Bromide
CAS No.	737797-40-9
Molecular Formula	C7H13BrO2Zn
Molecular Weight	274.48 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Acetoxypentylzinc Bromide; Zinc, bromo(5-oxopentyloxy)-; (5-Acetoxypentyl)zinc Bromide; Bromo(5-acetoxypentyl)zinc; 5-Acetoxypentylzinc Bromide Solution; 1-(Acetyloxy)-5-(bromozincio)pentane; Pentyl-5-acetoxy Zinc Bromide
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Quality Control

Our 5-Acetoxypentyl Zinc Bromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including titration and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and moisture-sensitive nature, this reagent is best stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place, away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow solution
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 0.5 M in specified solvent (e.g., THF)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (by area)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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