2-Bromohexanoic Acid
Industrial Applications
2-Bromohexanoic Acid is primarily used in analytical chemistry to detect the presence of trans,trans-muconic acid in urine. It can also serve as an intermediate in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and other specialty chemicals due to its halogenated carboxylic acid structure.
Physical Properties
2-Bromohexanoic Acid is a colorless to light-yellow liquid. It is soluble in alcohol, chloroform, and diethyl ether, but insoluble in water. The compound has moderate density and exhibits typical reactivity of halogenated carboxylic acids, requiring careful handling and storage away from strong bases and oxidizers.
Grade
- Industrial
Other Names
- DL-2-Bromocaproic acid
- 2-Bromocaproic acid
Form
- Liquid
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