1-Bromoheptane-7,7,7-d3

1-Bromoheptane-7,7,7-d3 is a deuterated derivative of 1-bromoheptane, which is a colorless liquid that is soluble in most organic solvents. This compound is used in organic synthesis as a starting material for various chemical reactions. It is also used as a reference standard in analytical chemistry for the calibration of instruments such as gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS). The deuterated form of 1-bromoheptane-7,7,7-d3 contains three deuterium atoms, which are stable isotopes of hydrogen. This modification is useful in studies that require the tracking of a compound through a reaction or process, as the isotopic labeling can provide unique information about the reaction mechanism and kinetics. The chemical formula of 1-Bromoheptane-7,7,7-d3 is C7H14BrD3, with a molecular weight of 230.08 g/mol. Its melting point is -25°C, and its boiling point is 203-205°C. The compound has a density of 1.25 g/mL at 25°C and a refractive index of 1.4667. Like other alkyl halides, 1-Bromoheptane-7,7,7-d3 is a reactive compound that can undergo substitution reactions with nucleophiles, such as hydroxide ions, to form alcohols. It can also undergo elimination reactions to form alkenes. The deuterated form of this compound can be used to study the mechanism and kinetics of these reactions.