Description

8-Iodo-1-Octanol Acetate is a valuable halogenated organic intermediate characterized by its terminal iodo and acetate ester functional groups. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in synthetic organic chemistry, enabling the introduction of extended carbon chains and facilitating further functionalization. It is needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as the synthesis of complex molecules, liquid crystals, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those requiring long-chain alkyl or alkoxy modifications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for creating novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators with tailored properties.
• Liquid Crystal Production: Acts as a building block for mesogenic compounds used in display technologies due to its alkyl chain length and polarizable iodine atom.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Heck, Sonogashira) and nucleophilic substitutions to construct complex molecular architectures.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of specialty polymers, surfactants, and surface-modifying agents.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: The iodo group can be used for labeling biomolecules or creating fluorescent probes for biochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Iodo-1-Octanol Acetate
CAS No.	75415-20-2
Molecular Formula	C10H19IO2
Molecular Weight	298.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Acetoxy-8-iodooctane; 8-Iodooctyl acetate; Octanol, 8-iodo-, acetate; Acetic acid 8-iodooctyl ester; 8-Iodo-n-octyl acetate; 8-Iodooctan-1-ol acetate; Iodooctyl acetate; 1-Octanol, 8-iodo-, 1-acetate
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Quality Control

Our 8-Iodo-1-Octanol Acetate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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). 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	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	~1.25 g/mL

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