Description

Isopropylmagnesium Bromide is a versatile organometallic reagent widely used as a powerful nucleophile and strong base in synthetic chemistry. Its primary value lies in its ability to efficiently form carbon-carbon bonds, making it indispensable for constructing complex molecular frameworks. This compound is a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Grignard Reagent in Organic Synthesis: A key reagent for nucleophilic addition reactions to carbonyl compounds (aldehydes, ketones, esters) to produce secondary and tertiary alcohols.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug molecules, particularly for introducing the isopropyl group.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where specific alkyl chains are required.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for fragrances, flavors, and advanced materials.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can act as an initiator or catalyst in the polymerization of certain monomers.
• Laboratory Research & Development: Essential for method development and small-scale synthesis in R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isopropylmagnesium Bromide
CAS No.	920-39-8
Molecular Formula	C3H7BrMg
Molecular Weight	147.30 g/mol
Synonyms	i-PrMgBr; (Isopropyl)magnesium bromide; Magnesium, bromo(1-methylethyl)-; 2-Propylmagnesium bromide; Isopropyl Grignard reagent; Bromo(isopropyl)magnesium; 1-Methylethylmagnesium bromide
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Quality Control

Our Isopropylmagnesium Bromide is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high reactivity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including titration for assay determination and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, concentration (typically in solution), and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic and pyrophoric nature, this reagent must be stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. It is typically supplied and stored as a solution in specific ether solvents like diethyl ether or THF. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and any source of moisture or oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance (Solution)	Clear, colorless to light yellow liquid
Assay (by Titration)	0.5 M to 2.0 M in specified solvent (Typical)
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95% (on an anhydrous basis)
Identification (IR/NMR)	Conforms to structure

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