Description

10-Iodo-1-Decanol is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both a long-chain aliphatic alcohol and a terminal iodine atom. This unique structure makes it a valuable chemical building block for synthesizing more complex molecules through nucleophilic substitution or coupling reactions. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical intermediates manufacturers and research and development laboratories in the life sciences sector.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring long-chain alkyl modifications or iodine-containing moieties.
• Liquid Crystal Synthesis: Used in the production of intermediates for liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and other advanced electronic materials.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or chain transfer agent in the creation of specialty polymers with specific functional end-groups.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitutions to introduce the decyl alcohol chain into target molecules.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to functionalize surfaces or nanoparticles via its reactive iodine and hydroxyl groups.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	10-Iodo-1-Decanol
CAS No.	57395-49-0
Molecular Formula	C10H21IO
Molecular Weight	284.18 g/mol
Synonyms	10-Iododecan-1-ol; 1-Decanol, 10-iodo-; ω-Iododecyl alcohol; 10-Iododecyl alcohol; 10-Hydroxy-1-iododecane; Iododecanol; 10-IDO; Contact for additional synonyms.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 10-Iodo-1-Decanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, 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 protocols.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light sources to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%

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