Description

1-Iodododecane is a high-purity, long-chain alkyl iodide essential for advanced organic synthesis and material science. This compound serves as a critical building block for introducing the dodecyl group into target molecules, enabling the creation of specialized surfactants, liquid crystals, and pharmaceutical intermediates. It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors who require reliable, high-quality alkylating agents for precise synthetic transformations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Liquid Crystal Manufacturing: Used as a precursor in the production of alkyl-substituted liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Surfactant & Polymer Synthesis: Acts as an alkylating agent to create quaternary ammonium compounds, phase-transfer catalysts, and specialty polymers.
• Agrochemical Production: Intermediate in the synthesis of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Versatile reagent for carbon-carbon bond formation, cross-coupling reactions, and nucleophilic substitution in R&D laboratories.
• Material Science: Used in surface modification, the creation of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs), and nanotechnology applications.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Iodododecane
CAS No.	4292-19-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₅I
Molecular Weight	296.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Dodecyl Iodide; Lauryl Iodide; n-Dodecyl Iodide; 1-Dodecyl Iodide; Iodododecane; n-Dodecyliodide; Dodecane, 1-iodo-; Lauryl iodide; Iodolaurane
EINECS	224-307-8

Quality Control

Our 1-Iodododecane is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.20 - 1.22 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.488 - 1.492
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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