Description

2,5,8,11,14-Pentaoxahexadecane, 16-Iodo- is a specialized polyether iodide compound, valued for its unique combination of a polyether chain and a reactive iodine terminus. This structure makes it a versatile building block and functionalization agent in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for creating novel compounds and modifying material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing iodine or polyether functionalities.
• Polymer Modification: Used as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce iodine or polyether segments into polymers, altering solubility, biocompatibility, or reactivity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for creating complexing agents and ligands used in catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Surface Functionalization: Employed to modify the surface properties of materials, nanoparticles, or electrodes to enhance specific interactions or performance.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating custom molecular architectures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of specialized agrochemicals requiring specific halogenated polyether structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5,8,11,14-Pentaoxahexadecane, 16-Iodo-
CAS No.	104518-24-3
Molecular Formula	C11H23IO5
Molecular Weight	362.20 g/mol
Synonyms	16-Iodo-2,5,8,11,14-pentaoxahexadecane; Tetraethylene glycol monoiodide; Iodotetraethylene glycol; 2-[2-[2-(2-Iodoethoxy)ethoxy]ethoxy]ethoxyethanol; PEG4 Iodide; Tetraethylene glycol iodomethyl ether; 1-Iodo-3,6,9,12-tetraoxatetradecane; 2,5,8,11-Tetraoxatridecan-13-ol, 13-iodo-
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,5,8,11,14-Pentaoxahexadecane, 16-Iodo- undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our quality management system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically by HPLC or GC), identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and specific impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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