Description

[S,(+)]-2-Iodooctane CAS NO 1809-04-7 is a high-purity, chiral alkyl halide building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a versatile electrophile for introducing the octyl chain with defined stereochemistry, enabling the creation of complex, optically active molecules. This compound is critically needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries for applications such as asymmetric synthesis and the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Asymmetric Synthesis: A key chiral intermediate for constructing enantiomerically pure compounds via nucleophilic substitution reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for synthesizing chiral herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of chiral ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• Material Science: A precursor for synthesizing liquid crystals and other functional organic materials with tailored properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and scale-up process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	[S,(+)]-2-Iodooctane
CAS No.	1809-04-7
Molecular Formula	C8H17I
Molecular Weight	240.13 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-(+)-2-Iodooctane; (S)-2-Iodooctane; (+)-2-Iodooctane; (S)-Octyl-2-iodide; 1-Iodo-2-(S)-methylheptane; (2S)-2-Iodooctane; Dextrorotatory 2-Iodooctane; (S)-2-Iodooctan
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Quality Control

Our [S,(+)]-2-Iodooctane is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure high chemical and optical purity, critical for sensitive synthetic applications. Each batch is characterized by chiral analytical methods, including HPLC and polarimetry, to verify enantiomeric excess. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and specific rotation is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature and potential sensitivity to moisture, the container should be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain optimal purity and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Specific Rotation [α]	+25° to +30° (c=1 in chloroform)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.