Description

2-(Iodomethyl)-Oxepane is a specialized seven-membered heterocyclic building block featuring a reactive iodomethyl functional group. This compound is valued for its utility as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of compounds with oxepane ring systems.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the creation of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive site for structural diversification.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as an alkylating agent or a precursor for further functionalization in complex multi-step synthetic routes.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialized polymers and advanced materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing tagged molecules or probes for studying biological pathways and mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Iodomethyl)-Oxepane
CAS No.	130868-43-8
Molecular Formula	C7H13IO
Molecular Weight	240.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Iodomethyl)oxepane; Oxepane, 2-(iodomethyl)-; 2-Iodomethyloxepane; 7-Iodo-2-oxabicyclo[2.2.1]heptane (related structure); Iodomethyl oxepane; Heptamethylene iodomethyl ether (common name); 130868-43-8; (Oxepan-2-yl)methyl iodide
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Iodomethyl)-Oxepane is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled 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 light-resistant packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 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.