Description

1,2,6-Tribromohexane is a halogenated alkane intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its utility as a versatile building block, enabling the introduction of bromine functionalities to create more complex molecular architectures. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as flame retardant synthesis and material science research.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides where bromine atoms impart specific biological activity.
• Flame Retardant Formulation: Acts as a reactive intermediate or additive in the development of brominated flame retardants for polymers and textiles.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and as a linker in material science.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Utilized in the development of halogenated organic compounds for electronic and photonic applications.
• Laboratory Reagent: Used in academic and industrial research settings for method development and exploratory chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,6-Tribromohexane
CAS No.	81536-61-0
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₁Br₃
Molecular Weight	324.86 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexane, 1,2,6-tribromo-; NSC 241003; 1,2,6-Tribromo-n-hexane; Tribromohexane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2,6-Tribromohexane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters 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 away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.8 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20/D)	Contact for details
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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