1-Bromo-2-octyne is an organic compound characterized by its alkyne functional group, specifically a terminal alkyne due to the presence of a triple bond between the second and third carbon atoms in the octyne chain. It features a bromine atom attached to the first carbon, making it a bromoalkyne. This compound has a linear carbon chain consisting of eight carbon atoms, with the triple bond contributing to its reactivity, particularly in nucleophilic addition reactions. 1-Bromo-2-octyne is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinct odor, and it is soluble in organic solvents but less soluble in water due to its hydrophobic nature. The presence of the bromine atom enhances its reactivity, allowing it to participate in various chemical reactions, including substitution and elimination reactions. As with many alkynes, it may exhibit properties such as flammability and should be handled with care in a controlled laboratory environment. Its applications can range from use in organic synthesis to serving as an intermediate in the production of more complex chemical compounds.

1-Bromo-2-octyne

18495-27-7: 1-Bromo-2-octyne is an organic compound characterized by its alkyne functional group, specifically a terminal alkyne due to the presence of a triple bond between the second and third carbon atoms in the octyne chain. It features a bromine atom attached to the first carbon, making it a bromoalkyne. This compound has a linear carbon chain consisting of eight carbon atoms, with the triple bond contributing to its reactivity, particularly in nucleophilic addition reactions. 1-Bromo-2-octyne is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinct odor, and it is soluble in organic solvents but less soluble in water due to its hydrophobic nature. The presence of the bromine atom enhances its reactivity, allowing it to participate in various chemical reactions, including substitution and elimination reactions. As with many alkynes, it may exhibit properties such as flammability and should be handled with care in a controlled laboratory environment. Its applications can range from use in organic synthesis to serving as an intermediate in the production of more complex chemical compounds.

<p>Applications 1-Bromo-2-octyne, is an intermediate in the synthesis of pinolenic acid. This compound is also used in preparation of substituted indoles though Rh-catalyzed amino-Claisen rearrangement.<br>References Saito, A., et al.: J. Org. Chem., 74, 1517 (2009)<br></p>

CAS 18495-27-7

1-Bromo-2-octyne

1-Bromo-2-octyne

Ref: TR-B687310

1-Bromo-2-octyne

Ref: 10-F009063