Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 6-Bromohexanoic acid (CAS: 4224-70-8)?
Answer
6-Bromohexanoic acid is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and flame retardants. Its bromine group allows for further functionalization, making it valuable in research for creating derivatives. It is also applied in industrial chemical processes and as a reagent in organic chemistry for modifying molecular structures.
About
CAS No
4224-70-8
English Name
6-Bromohexanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C6H11BrO2
Molecular Weight
195.06 g/mol
SMILES
C(CCC(=O)O)CCBr
InChIKey
NVRVNSHHLPQGCU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
