Description

Iodomethyl Pivalate is a versatile organoiodine compound, primarily valued as a key reagent in organic synthesis. Its core value proposition lies in its utility as a robust methylene transfer agent and a source of the iodomethyl radical, enabling critical carbon-carbon bond formation and functional group transformations. This makes it an essential building block for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors. The compound, identified by CAS NO 53064-79-2, is integral to developing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing methylene groups or cyclopropane rings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel pesticides and herbicides, where its reactivity is leveraged to create specific bioactive structures.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratories for radical cyclization reactions, homologation, and as a precursor in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.
• Process Chemistry: Valued in scale-up and pilot plant operations for its efficiency in key synthetic steps towards complex target molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iodomethyl Pivalate
CAS No.	53064-79-2
Molecular Formula	C6H11IO2
Molecular Weight	242.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Pivaloyloxymethyl Iodide; (Iodomethyl) Pivalate; 2,2-Dimethylpropanoic Acid Iodomethyl Ester; Neopentanoic Acid Iodomethyl Ester; Trimethylacetic Acid Iodomethyl Ester; Iodomethyl Trimethylacetate; Iodomethyl Pivaloate
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Quality Control

Our Iodomethyl Pivalate is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for demanding synthetic applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by titration or HPLC and identification by spectroscopic methods. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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