Description

8-(Bromomethyl)Heptadecane is a high-purity, long-chain bromoalkane derivative, serving as a versatile and valuable chemical intermediate. Its structure, featuring a reactive bromomethyl group on a C17 hydrocarbon chain, makes it a critical building block for the synthesis of complex organic molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to introduce lipophilic alkyl chains or as a precursor for further functionalization.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring long alkyl chain modifications to enhance lipophilicity and membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where specific alkyl chain properties are required.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a building block for the synthesis of advanced organic materials used in display technologies and electronic devices.
• Surfactant & Lubricant Additive Precursor: Employed in the development of specialized surfactants, emulsifiers, and high-performance lubricant additives.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce functional alkyl-bromide groups into polymer backbones for further cross-linking or grafting reactions.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in organic chemistry laboratories for alkylation reactions and the construction of complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-(Bromomethyl)Heptadecane
CAS No.	82102-69-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₃₇Br
Molecular Weight	333.39 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-8-heptadecane; Heptadecane, 8-(bromomethyl)-; 8-Bromomethylheptadecane; Bromomethylheptadecane; 8-(Bromomethyl)heptadecane; 8-Heptadecyl bromide; (8-Bromomethyl)heptadecane; 1-Bromo-8-methylheptadecane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8-(Bromomethyl)Heptadecane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates under GMP or ISO guidelines.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place 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
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity	Contact for details
Refractive Index	Contact for details

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