Description

4-Iodoheptane is a valuable halogenated alkane intermediate, specifically a seven-carbon chain with an iodine atom at the 4-position. This compound is essential for its role in organic synthesis, where it serves as a versatile building block for creating more complex molecules through cross-coupling and substitution reactions. It is particularly sought after by research institutions and chemical manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) via palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions like Suzuki or Negishi couplings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the development of new herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials where the introduction of an alkyl-iodide moiety is required.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as an alkylating agent in nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce the heptyl chain into target molecules.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Utilized in analytical laboratories as a standard for method development, calibration, and quality control testing.
• Catalyst and Ligand Development: Used in the preparation of organometallic complexes and catalysts for research and industrial processes.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-Iodoheptane
CAS No.	31294-93-6
Molecular Formula	C7H15I
Molecular Weight	226.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Heptane, 4-iodo-; 4-Iodoheptane; 1-Ethyl-1-iodopentane; 4-Iodo-n-heptane; (RS)-4-Iodoheptane; (±)-4-Iodoheptane; Iodoheptane (mixed isomers)
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Quality Control

Our 4-Iodoheptane is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C to maximize stability for long-term storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (20°C)	~1.4 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20/D)	~1.48

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