Description

1-Iodo-3-Fluoropropane is a versatile halogenated alkane building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both iodine and fluorine substituents, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules through selective substitution and coupling reactions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries seeking to introduce fluorinated motifs or create specialized molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and potential drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, where fluorine atoms can enhance biological activity and stability.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and fluorinated materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in nucleophilic substitution reactions, alkylations, and as a precursor for Grignard or organolithium reagents.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Research: Utilized in the synthesis of fluorinated components for electronic display materials.
• Radiolabeling Studies: The iodine atom provides a potential handle for radioactive labeling (e.g., with I-125) in tracer and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Iodo-3-Fluoropropane
CAS No.	462-40-8
Molecular Formula	C3H6FI
Molecular Weight	187.98 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluoro-1-iodopropane; 3-Fluoropropyl iodide; Fluoropropyl iodide; 1-Fluoro-3-iodopropane; γ-Fluoropropyl iodide; 3-Fluoroprop-1-yl iodide; Iodofluoropropane; F(CH2)3I
EINECS	207-328-6

Quality Control

Our 1-Iodo-3-Fluoropropane is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and development as well as scale-up production.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive and highly volatile nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.8 g/mL
Boiling Point	~142-145 °C

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