Description

(Z)-1-Bromohept-3-Ene is a high-purity, unsaturated organobromine compound characterized by its specific stereochemistry and reactive bromoalkene functionality. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of the hept-3-ene moiety with precise stereocontrol. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures, including natural products and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific alkene geometry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the (Z)-configured alkene is critical for activity.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Serves as an electrophilic partner in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck, Negishi) to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of functional polymers and liquid crystals, where the bromine atom acts as a handle for further functionalization.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in nucleophilic substitution, elimination, and cyclization reactions to construct chiral centers and cyclic compounds.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: A potential intermediate for synthesizing specific unsaturated aldehydes, ketones, and esters that contribute to complex scent and flavor profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-1-Bromohept-3-Ene
CAS No.	94088-35-4
Molecular Formula	C7H13Br
Molecular Weight	177.08 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-3-Hepten-1-yl Bromide; (Z)-1-Bromo-3-heptene; (3Z)-1-Bromohept-3-ene; 1-Bromo-(Z)-3-heptene; cis-1-Bromohept-3-ene; Hept-3(Z)-en-1-yl bromide; 3-Hepten-1-yl bromide, (Z)-; Bromoheptene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (Z)-1-Bromohept-3-Ene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity, correct stereochemistry, and the absence of critical impurities. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity (assay), and impurity profile is provided with every shipment to guarantee consistency and support your regulatory and research requirements.

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 and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
(Z)-Isomer Content	≥ 95.0% (by GC or NMR)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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