Molekula
6-Bromohexan-1-ol
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6-Bromohexan-1-ol is a brominated alcohol used in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a molecular weight of 181.07 g/mol, a CAS number of 4286-55-9, and a molecular formula of Br(CH₂)₆OH. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Handle with care due to its warning signal word. Molekula supplies 6-Bromohexan-1-ol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Light yellow to yellow liquid |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Purity | ≥96% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Flash Point | 110 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90033233 |
| CAS Number | 4286-55-9 |
| IUPAC Name | 6-bromohexan-1-ol |
| Molecular Formula | Br(CH2)6OH |
| Molecular Weight | 181.07 |
| Exact Mass | 180.015 |
| SMILES | C(CCCBr)CCO |
| InChIKey | FCMCSZXRVWDVAW-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H13BrO/c7-5-3-1-2-4-6-8/h8H,1-6H2 |
| PubChem CID | 77970 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29055990 |
| Tariff Code | 2905599890 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1-Hexanol, 6-bromo-
- 1Bromo6hydroxyhexane
- 6-Bromo-1-hexanol
- 6-bromo-l-hexanol
- 6-Bromohexanol
- 6-hydroxyhexyl bromide
- FCMCSZXRVWDVAW-UHFFFAOYSA-
- FCMCSZXRVWDVAW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Hexamethylene bromohydrin
Frequently asked questions
What is 6-Bromohexan-1-ol used for?
It is primarily used as a synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry, particularly in the synthesis of polymers and pharmaceuticals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 6-Bromohexan-1-ol?
The formula is Br(CH2)6OH with a molecular weight of 181.07 g/mol.
How should 6-Bromohexan-1-ol be stored?
It should be stored at 2 to 8 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade is available for 6-Bromohexan-1-ol?
Available in technical grade; specific purity details can be provided upon request.
Can Molekula supply 6-Bromohexan-1-ol in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of 6-Bromohexan-1-ol?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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