Description

1-Bromo-2-Methylhexadecane is a high-purity, long-chain alkyl bromide derivative, also known by its CAS number 81367-59-1. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable alkylating agent and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require precise building blocks for complex molecule construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing lipophilic alkyl chains.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the manufacture of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst Precursor: Employed in the production of quaternary ammonium salts used as catalysts.
• Lubricant & Surfactant Additive: Acts as an intermediate for creating specialized additives that modify viscosity and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in nucleophilic substitution reactions (SN2) to incorporate the 2-methylhexadecyl moiety into target molecules.
• Material Science Research: Applied in the development of liquid crystals, polymers, and self-assembled monolayers (SAMs).

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-2-Methylhexadecane
CAS No.	81367-59-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₃₅Br
Molecular Weight	319.37 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-1-bromohexadecane; 2-Methylhexadecyl Bromide; 1-Bromo-2-methylhexadecane; Hexadecane, 1-bromo-2-methyl-; Bromo(2-methylhexadecane); (2-Methylhexadecyl) bromide
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-2-Methylhexadecane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.0 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.46

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