Description

6-Iodo-1-Hexanol is a valuable halogenated alcohol intermediate with the CAS registry number 40145-10-6. This compound is essential for organic synthesis, particularly in the construction of complex molecules and functional materials through nucleophilic substitution and coupling reactions. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and advanced polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for mesogens and electron-transport materials in display technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce iodine or hydroxyl functional groups into polymer chains for specialty plastics and coatings.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Heck, Suzuki, and Sonogashira couplings.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in nucleophilic substitution reactions to extend carbon chains and introduce functional groups.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to functionalize surfaces and nanoparticles for biomedical and material science applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring new synthetic methodologies in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Iodo-1-Hexanol
CAS No.	40145-10-6
Molecular Formula	C6H13IO
Molecular Weight	228.07 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Iodohexan-1-ol; 1-Hexanol, 6-iodo-; 6-Iodo-1-hydroxyhexane; Iodohexanol; ω-Iodohexyl alcohol; Hexyl iodide, 6-hydroxy-; 6-Iodo-n-hexanol; 6-Iodocapryl alcohol
EINECS	254-819-6

Quality Control

Our 6-Iodo-1-Hexanol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP standards where applicable to meet the stringent requirements of our global clientele in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.60 - 1.65
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.510 - 1.520

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