Description

5-(3-Bromophenyl)Pentanoic Acid is a high-purity brominated aromatic carboxylic acid building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its versatile reactivity, serving as a key intermediate in the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly for molecules requiring a brominated phenylalkyl acid moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for creating novel organic semiconductors and liquid crystal compounds.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional aromatic groups into polymer chains to alter physical properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Heck, and Sonogashira couplings.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in academic and industrial labs for general synthetic chemistry to elongate carbon chains or introduce specific functional groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(3-Bromophenyl)Pentanoic Acid
CAS No.	857480-35-4
Molecular Formula	C11H13BrO2
Molecular Weight	257.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-ω-pentylbenzoic Acid; 5-(3-Bromophenyl)valeric Acid; 3-Bromobenzenevaleric Acid; 3-Bromophenylpentanoic Acid; 5-(3-Bromophenyl)pentanoic acid; (3-Bromophenyl)pentanoic Acid; γ-(3-Bromophenyl)valeric Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-(3-Bromophenyl)Pentanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets the stringent requirements of research and development applications.

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 strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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