Description

2-Iodocyclopent-2-Enone is a versatile halogenated cyclic enone building block of significant interest in synthetic organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both an iodine atom and an α,β-unsaturated ketone moiety, makes it a valuable electrophilic synthon for constructing complex molecular frameworks. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for advanced intermediate synthesis, particularly in cyclization and cross-coupling reactions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules, including potential drug candidates and natural product analogs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or building block for the development of specialized polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and as an electrophile in Michael addition or nucleophilic substitution reactions.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for the synthesis of molecular probes and labeled compounds for biochemical and mechanistic studies.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Iodocyclopent-2-Enone
CAS No.	33948-35-5
Molecular Formula	C5H5IO
Molecular Weight	207.99 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Iodocyclopent-2-en-1-one; 2-Iodocyclopentenone; 2-Iodo-2-cyclopenten-1-one; Cyclopent-2-en-1-one, 2-iodo-; 2-Iodo-1-cyclopenten-3-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Iodocyclopent-2-Enone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, which include data from techniques such as HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and development applications.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.