Description

Hexyl Isocyanide is a versatile organic building block featuring a reactive isocyanide functional group attached to a hexyl chain. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in multicomponent reactions, such as the Ugi and Passerini reactions, enabling the efficient synthesis of complex heterocycles and peptidomimetics. It is primarily needed by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies for medicinal chemistry and drug discovery, as well as by agrochemical and material science industries for developing novel compounds.

Application

• Key reagent in multicomponent reactions (MCRs) like the Ugi and Passerini reactions for library synthesis.
• Building block in medicinal chemistry for the development of novel drug candidates and peptidomimetics.
• Intermediate in the synthesis of specialized ligands for catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Precursor for the creation of functionalized polymers and advanced materials with tailored properties.
• Research chemical for exploring new synthetic methodologies in organic chemistry.
• Starting material for the synthesis of agrochemicals and other fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexyl Isocyanide
CAS No.	15586-23-9
Molecular Formula	C7H13N
Molecular Weight	111.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Isocyanohexane; Hexane, 1-isocyano-; n-Hexyl isocyanide; Isocyanocyclohexane (incorrect but common); Heptanenitrile, 1-isocyano-; NSC 163045; Hexylisonitrile
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Quality Control

Our Hexyl Isocyanide undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for research and synthesis. We provide comprehensive analytical data to guarantee identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles are available upon request for every batch.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile nature, store in a cool, well-ventilated place, ideally at 2-8°C or as specified on the label. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Containers must be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and potential moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (GC Area %)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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