Description

1-Iodo-2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)Ethane is a specialized organic iodide compound with a unique ether-functionalized alkyl chain. This molecular structure makes it a valuable building block and reagent in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing iodine-containing moieties under mild conditions. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for constructing complex molecules and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in nucleoside and carbohydrate chemistry where ether linkages are required.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key reagent for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with tailored properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Employed in the development of advanced display and lighting materials due to its ability to modify molecular polarity and mesogenic properties.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as an alkylating agent or chain transfer agent in the synthesis and functionalization of specialty polymers and dendrimers.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Functions as an electrophilic partner in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Heck, Sonogashira) to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Radical Chemistry: Utilized as a source of iodine radicals for initiating or mediating controlled radical polymerization processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Iodo-2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)Ethane
CAS No.	104539-21-1
Molecular Formula	C5H11IO2
Molecular Weight	230.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)ethyl Iodide; 1-Iodo-2-(2-methoxyethoxy)ethane; Ethane, 1-iodo-2-(2-methoxyethoxy)-; 2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)ethyliodide; 2-Iodoethyl 2-methoxyethyl ether; Glyme-2-iodide; Bis(2-methoxyethyl) ether mono-iodide derivative; (2-Methoxyethoxy)ethyl iodide
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Quality Control

Our 1-Iodo-2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)Ethane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee reliable and consistent performance in your critical synthetic applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, ideally at 2-8°C (refrigerated) to minimize degradation and volatility. Due to its light-sensitive and highly volatile nature, containers should be kept sealed and allowed to reach ambient temperature before opening to prevent moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity	1.65 - 1.75 g/mL @ 20°C
Refractive Index	1.480 - 1.490 @ 20°C

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