Description

3,3-Dichlorohexane is a specialized chlorinated alkane intermediate valued for its reactivity and utility in organic synthesis. This compound serves as a versatile building block for the production of more complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists, process development engineers, and manufacturers in the fine chemical and life science industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Grignard reactions, cross-coupling reactions, and as a substrate for further functionalization.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystals.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and novel compound library synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3-Dichlorohexane
CAS No.	86525-67-9
Molecular Formula	C6H12Cl2
Molecular Weight	155.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexane, 3,3-dichloro-; 3,3-Dichloro-n-hexane; NSC 92339; 1,1-Diethyl-1,3-dichloropropane; Dichlorohexane (mixed isomers reference)
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Quality Control

Our 3,3-Dichlorohexane is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.05 g/mL

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