Description
3-(Bromomethyl)pentane (CAS No. 3814-34-4) is a high-purity brominated alkane with the molecular formula C6H13Br, widely used in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound, also known as 1-Bromo-2-ethylbutane, is a versatile alkylating agent with applications in nucleophilic substitution reactions, Grignard reagent preparation, and as a building block for complex molecular architectures. Its clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid form and well-defined structure (IUPAC name: 3-(bromomethyl)pentane) make it ideal for controlled reactions in inert atmospheres. Packaged under nitrogen to ensure stability, our product undergoes rigorous QC testing (GC, NMR) to guarantee ≥98% purity, meeting the stringent demands of research and industrial laboratories. Store in a cool, dry place away from light and moisture to maintain optimal performance.
Properties
- CAS Number: 3814-34-4
- Complexity: 31.2
- IUPAC Name: 3-(bromomethyl)pentane
- InChI: InChI=1S/C6H13Br/c1-3-6(4-2)5-7/h6H,3-5H2,1-2H3
- InChI Key: KKGUMGWNFARLSL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 164.02006
- Molecular Formula: C6H13Br
- Molecular Weight: 165.07
- SMILES: CCC(CC)CBr
- Monoisotopic Mass: 164.02006
- Synonyms: 1-Bromo-2-ethylbutane, 3-(Bromomethyl)pentane, Pentane, 3-(bromomethyl)-, Butane, 1-bromo-2-ethyl-, 2-Ethyl butyl bromide, EINECS 223-302-6, DTXSID8063200, KKGUMGWNFARLSL-UHFFFAOYSA-, DTXCID9039446, 223-302-6, inchi=1/c6h13br/c1-3-6(4-2)5-7/h6h,3-5h2,1-2h3, kkgumgwnfarlsl-uhfffaoysa-n, 3814-34-4, 2-Ethylbutyl bromide, 3-bromomethyl-pentane, 1-Bromo-2-ethylbutane (stabilized with Copper chip), 2-ethylbutylbromide, 3-bromomethylpentane, bromo-2-ethylbutane, MFCD00000219, 2-ethyl-1-bromobutane, 1-bromo-2-ethyl-butane, 1-Bromo-2-ethyl butane, SCHEMBL77661, SCHEMBL1130190, 1-Bromo-2-ethylbutane, 97%, SBB059935, AKOS009157025, LS-13192, B1905, CS-0132321, NS00030345, ST51046202, D88873, EN300-141306
Application
3-(Bromomethyl)pentane serves as a key intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for introducing the 2-ethylbutyl group into target molecules via alkylation. It is employed in pharmaceutical research for modifying drug scaffolds and in material science for synthesizing specialty polymers. The compound’s reactivity in SN2 reactions makes it valuable for constructing carbon-carbon bonds in fine chemical production.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H226 (100%): Flammable liquid and vapor [Warning Flammable liquids]
Precautionary Statements
- P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P280, P303+P361+P353, P370+P378, P403+P235, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Flam. Liq. 3 (100%)
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