Description

1-Chloro-5-Iodopentane is a versatile bifunctional alkyl halide intermediate, prized for its ability to introduce both chloro and iodo functional groups in a single molecule. This compound is essential for organic synthesis, particularly in the construction of complex molecules and heterocyclic systems. It is a critical raw material for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific alkyl chain modifications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its halogenated chain serves as a reactive linker.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the creation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki and Heck reactions.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of novel polymers and functional materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable reagent for nucleophilic substitution reactions, enabling the sequential introduction of different functional groups.
• Life Sciences & Diagnostics: Potential use in the synthesis of probes, tags, and other molecules for biochemical research and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chloro-5-Iodopentane
CAS No.	60274-60-4
Molecular Formula	C5H10ClI
Molecular Weight	232.49 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-1-iodopentane; Pentane, 1-chloro-5-iodo-; 1-Iodo-5-chloropentane; 5-Iodo-1-chloropentane; Chloroiodopentane; ω-Chloro-ω'-iodopentane
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Quality Control

Our 1-Chloro-5-Iodopentane is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to maximize stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Density (20°C)	~1.8 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.55
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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