Description

6-Iodo-1-hexene is a versatile halogenated alkene building block, specifically an iodoalkene, with the CAS registry number 18922-04-8. This compound is valued for its terminal alkene and iodine functional groups, which enable a wide range of organic transformations, including cross-coupling reactions and nucleophilic substitutions. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for synthesizing complex molecules and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex bioactive molecules via palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Heck, Suzuki, Sonogashira).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating novel pesticide and herbicide intermediates, leveraging the reactivity of the iodine atom for efficient carbon-chain elongation.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratories for introducing hexenyl groups or as a substrate in halogenation, elimination, and cyclization studies.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for Stille, Negishi, and Kumada couplings to form new carbon-carbon bonds in complex synthetic pathways.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Can be used to synthesize labeled compounds or probes for biochemical research and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Iodo-1-hexene
CAS No.	18922-04-8
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₁I
Molecular Weight	210.06 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hexene, 6-iodo-; 6-Iodohex-1-ene; Iodohexene; 1-Iodo-5-hexene; 5-Hexenyl iodide; (5-Hexenyl)iodide; 6-Iodo-1-hexylene; 18922-04-8
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Quality Control

Our 6-Iodo-1-hexene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 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.