1,5-Bis(bromomethyl)naphthalene is used to prepare dimeric and trimeric cinchona alkaloid-based quaternary ammonium bromides as phase-transfer catalysts for enantioselective alkylation of protected glycine to give protected α-amino acids.
Molecular Formula:C12H10Br2
Molecular Weight:314.02
Storage and Stability:Store at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.
