Description

Benzyl Iodide is a versatile organic iodide compound, valued for its reactivity as a benzylating agent in synthetic organic chemistry. Its primary commercial significance lies in its role as a key building block for introducing the benzyl group into target molecules, enabling the synthesis of more complex chemical structures. This makes it an essential intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of certain pesticides and herbicides.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A crucial benzylating agent in nucleophilic substitution reactions for creating carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bonds.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, fragrances, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploratory synthesis.
• Material Science: Potential use in the synthesis of monomers or functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyl Iodide
CAS No.	620-05-3
Molecular Formula	C7H7I
Molecular Weight	218.04 g/mol
Synonyms	(Iodomethyl)benzene; α-Iodotoluene; Iodophenylmethane; Benzyl iodide; Phenylmethyl iodide; Toluene, α-iodo-; NSC 7416
EINECS	210-626-6

Quality Control

Our Benzyl Iodide is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling, to meet the stringent requirements of our industrial and research clients. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability. Handle and store under an inert atmosphere for optimal long-term preservation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.733 - 1.743
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.633 - 1.638
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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