2-Bromopentane

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  • CAT Number: R011136
  • CAS Number: 107-81-3
  • Molecular Formula: C5H11Br
  • Molecular Weight: 151.047
  • Purity: ≥95%
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2-Bromopentane is an alkyl halide featuring a bromine atom attached to the second carbon of a five-carbon chain. It is a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis, commonly used in nucleophilic substitution and elimination reactions. Due to its secondary bromide group, 2-Bromopentane can readily participate in SN1 and SN2 reactions, making it valuable for producing a variety of compounds such as alcohols, amines, and other functionalized organic molecules. It is frequently used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. The compound’s reactivity and moderate stability make it an essential building block in advanced chemical processes.


Catalog Number R011136
CAS Number 107-81-3
Synonyms

(+/-)-2-Bromopentane; 2-Pentyl Bromide; NSC 7896;

Molecular Formula C5H11Br
Purity ≥95%
Storage 2°C to 8°C
IUPAC Name 2-bromopentane
InChI InChI=1S/C5H11Br/c1-3-4-5(2)6/h5H,3-4H2,1-2H3
InChIKey LGAJYTCRJPCZRJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES CCCC(C)Br

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