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2-Ethylhexyl bromide

SKU 90028582 CAS 18908-66-2 C8H17Br MW 193.12 Available on enquiry

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2-Ethylhexyl bromide is an organic bromide compound used in chemical synthesis, particularly in the production of intermediates for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a pungent odor. CAS: 18908-66-2, molecular formula: C8H17Br, molecular weight: 193.12 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies 2-Ethylhexyl bromide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 90028582
CAS Number: 18908-66-2
IUPAC Name: 3-(bromomethyl)heptane
EC Number: 242-659-9
Molecular Formula: C8H17Br
Molecular Weight: 193.12
Exact Mass: 192.0514
SMILES: CCCCC(CC)CBr
InChIKey: NZWIYPLSXWYKLH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C8H17Br/c1-3-5-6-8(4-2)7-9/h8H,3-7H2,1-2H3
PubChem CID: 86804

Synonyms

1-Bromo-2-ethylhexane
2-Ethyl-1-hexyl bromide
2-Ethyl-1-hexyl Bromide; 2-Ethylhexyl Bromide; 3-(Bromomethyl)heptane
2-Ethyl-bromohexane
2-Ethylhexylbromide, stabilized with potassium carbonate
2-Ethylhexylhydrobromide
3-(Bromomethyl)heptane
Heptane, 3-(bromomethyl)-
Hexane, 1-bromo-2-ethyl

Frequently asked questions

What is 2-Ethylhexyl bromide used for?

It is primarily used as an alkylating agent in organic synthesis to introduce 2-ethylhexyl groups, for example as solubilizing side chains in organic electronic materials such as conjugated polymers, and in pharmaceutical and other specialty chemical synthesis.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 2-Ethylhexyl bromide?

The formula is C8H17Br with a molecular weight of 193.12 g/mol.

How should 2-Ethylhexyl bromide be stored?

It should be stored at temperatures between 2 and 8 °C, protected from light and moisture.

What grade of 2-Ethylhexyl bromide does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies 2-Ethylhexyl bromide in technical grade, suitable for industrial and research applications.

Can Molekula supply 2-Ethylhexyl bromide in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply 2-Ethylhexyl bromide in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with an order of 2-Ethylhexyl bromide?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) upon request.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.