Description

2-Butanone, 3-Iodo-3-Methyl- is a specialized halogenated ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique structure, featuring both a reactive carbonyl group and a tertiary iodide, making it a versatile precursor for constructing complex molecular frameworks. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications such as cross-coupling reactions and the synthesis of novel intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing functionalized alkyl chains.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require halogenated ketone motifs.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Negishi, Suzuki) due to the reactivity of the tertiary iodide moiety.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new reaction methodologies and complex molecule construction.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Butanone, 3-Iodo-3-Methyl-
CAS No.	113613-35-7
Molecular Formula	C5H9IO
Molecular Weight	212.03 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Iodo-3-methylbutan-2-one; 3-Methyl-3-iodobutan-2-one; 3-Iodo-3-methyl-2-butanone; Tertiary Iodobutyl Methyl Ketone; 1-Iodo-1,1-dimethylpropan-2-one; 3-Iodo-3-methylbutanone; Iodomethyl Dimethyl Ketone
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Quality Control

Our 2-Butanone, 3-Iodo-3-Methyl- is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. While typically supplied as a high-purity research-grade chemical, specifications can be tailored to meet specific project requirements. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity (typically by GC or HPLC), and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and support your quality assurance processes.

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, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Research Grade)
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.