1-Bromooctadecane, 97%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

1-Bromooctadecane is used in the preparation of shortened single-walled carbon nanotubes (s-SWCNTs). It is utilized to prepare octadecane in the presence of sodium borohydride as a catalyst. It is involved as a raw material for the preparation of dimethyldistearylammonium bromide, which is a bentonite modifier.

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Applications
1-Bromooctadecane is used in the preparation of shortened single-walled carbon nanotubes (s-SWCNTs). It is utilized to prepare octadecane in the presence of sodium borohydride as a catalyst. It is involved as a raw material for the preparation of dimethyldistearylammonium bromide, which is a bentonite modifier.

Solubility
Soluble in acetone and most common organic solvents. Insoluble in water.

Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong bases. Store in a cool place. Keep the container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.