Description

8-Iodooct-1-Ene is a versatile terminal olefin building block featuring a long alkyl chain terminated with an iodine atom. This bifunctional structure makes it a valuable intermediate for organic synthesis, particularly in cross-coupling reactions and the construction of more complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications such as medicinal chemistry, ligand synthesis, and polymer modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates via palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Heck, Sonogashira, Suzuki).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, where its alkyl chain can be incorporated into bioactive molecules.
• Material Science & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent for creating specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and surface-modifying agents.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in the preparation of complex natural products, ligands for catalysts, and other fine chemicals requiring a long-chain iodoalkene moiety.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Useful for labeling biomolecules or synthesizing fluorescent or radioactive probes for diagnostic and research applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Iodooct-1-Ene
CAS No.	38380-55-1
Molecular Formula	C8H15I
Molecular Weight	238.11 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Octene, 8-iodo-; 8-Iodo-1-octene; 1-Iodo-7-octene; 7-Octen-1-yl iodide; (Oct-7-en-1-yl)iodide; Iodooctene; 8-Iodooctene; 8-Iodo-1-octylene
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Quality Control

Our 8-Iodooct-1-Ene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to maximize stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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