Description

1-Iodo-3-Methoxypropane is a versatile organoiodine compound with a reactive iodine atom and an ether linkage. This chemical serves as a valuable alkylating agent and a key building block in organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of functionalized propyl groups. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing methoxypropyl side chains.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators as an alkylating agent.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in nucleophilic substitution reactions, Grignard reagent preparation, and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for modifying polymer surfaces or creating functional monomers.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to synthesize novel ligands for metal complexes and catalysts.
• Laboratory-scale Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal and synthetic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Iodo-3-Methoxypropane
CAS No.	61542-10-7
Molecular Formula	C4H9IO
Molecular Weight	200.02 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methoxy-1-iodopropane; 3-Iodopropyl Methyl Ether; 1-Iodo-3-methoxy-propane; Methyl 3-iodopropyl ether; 3-Methoxypropyl iodide; γ-Iodopropyl methyl ether
EINECS	262-785-5

Quality Control

Our 1-Iodo-3-Methoxypropane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including purity assay and impurity profiling by GC and/or HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (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	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.70 - 1.75 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.510 - 1.520
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.