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7-Bromo-1-heptene, 97%
Description
It is used in synthetic chemistry as an alkylating agent. Also used as a reagent in the synthesis of (R)-(+)-Lasiodiplodin, a macrolide that exhibits potent antileukemic activity against human tumors.
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It is used in synthetic chemistry as an alkylating agent. Also used as a reagent in the synthesis of (R)-(+)-Lasiodiplodin, a macrolide that exhibits potent antileukemic activity against human tumors.
Solubility
Slightly soluble in water.
Notes
Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed container. With adequate ventilation. Store away from oxidizing agent.

Specifications
Specifications
Color | Colorless to Yellow |
Density | 1.162 g/mL |
Boiling Point | 27°C (1 mmHg) |
Flash Point | 58°C (136°F) |
Linear Formula | Br(CH2)5CH=CH2 |
Refractive Index | 1.466 |
Quantity | 5 g |
UN Number | UN1993 |
Beilstein | 1740861 |
Synonym | 7-bromo-1-heptene, 1-heptene, 7-bromo, bromo-7 heptene-1, 7-bromo-heptene, 7-bromo-l-heptene, 1-bromo-6-heptene, acmc-2097en, ksc235k6r |
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Safety and Handling


- 7-Bromo-1-heptene
- Warning
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Flammable liquid Category 3
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H226-Flammable liquid and vapour.
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
- P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P264-Wash face, hands and anyexposed skin thoroughly after handling.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
- P332+P313-If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
- P337+P313-If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : 7-Bromo-1-heptene
RUO – Research Use Only
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