Description

6-Bromohexyl Acetate is an important bifunctional organic intermediate featuring both an ester and a bromoalkyl group. This compound matters for its versatility as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, enabling the introduction of a six-carbon spacer with a reactive halogen terminus. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications such as linker chemistry and material modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly as a linker or spacer molecule.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific alkyl chain functionalities.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and functionalized surfaces.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Employed in the synthesis of advanced organic electronic materials and display components.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized as an alkylating agent or a protected hydroxyhexyl synthon in multi-step synthetic routes.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of specific ester-based aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromohexyl Acetate
CAS No.	8052-41-3
Molecular Formula	C8H15BrO2
Molecular Weight	223.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetic Acid 6-Bromohexyl Ester; 6-Bromo-1-hexanol Acetate; 6-Bromohexyl Ethanoate; 1-Bromo-6-acetoxyhexane; Hexyl-6-bromo Acetate; Bromohexyl Acetate; 6-Bromohexan-1-ol Acetate; 6-Bromo-n-hexyl Acetate
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Quality Control

Our 6-Bromohexyl Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.4580 - 1.4620
Density (20°C)	1.25 - 1.30 g/mL

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