Description

3-Bromooctane is a versatile organic bromoalkane building block, valued for its role as an alkylating agent and intermediate in complex organic synthesis. Its molecular structure makes it a critical reagent for introducing the octyl chain in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced material science. This high-purity intermediate is essential for R&D laboratories and production facilities specializing in fine chemicals, liquid crystal materials, and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators as an alkylating agent.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A fundamental reagent in Grignard reactions, cross-coupling reactions, and nucleophilic substitution processes.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the modification of polymers and the creation of specialty surfactants or plasticizers.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain aroma chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromooctane
CAS No.	999-64-4
Molecular Formula	C8H17Br
Molecular Weight	193.13 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-3-ethylhexane; Octane, 3-bromo-; 3-Bromooctane; 3-Octyl bromide; (RS)-3-Bromooctane; (±)-3-Bromooctane; Bromooctane (mixed isomers); sec-Octyl bromide
EINECS	213-656-7

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromooctane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and purity assays, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (20°C)	1.08 - 1.12 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.450 - 1.455
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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