Description

8-Iodo-1-Octanol is a versatile halogenated alcohol building block, specifically an ω-iodo primary alcohol. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, featuring a terminal iodo group suitable for nucleophilic substitution and a primary hydroxyl group amenable to esterification or etherification. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for use in organic synthesis, material science, and as a key intermediate in the development of complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring long alkyl chain linkers or terminal functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of specialized pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where its halogen and alcohol functionalities enable specific structural modifications.
• Material Science & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or chain transfer agent in the synthesis of functional polymers, surfactants, and liquid crystals.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Heck, Sonogashira) to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Utilized in the labeling and modification of biomolecules for diagnostic and research applications.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent for introducing the 8-iodooctyl moiety into target molecules, facilitating further chemical transformations.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	8-Iodo-1-Octanol
CAS No.	79918-35-7
Molecular Formula	C8H17IO
Molecular Weight	256.13 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Iodooctan-1-ol; 1-Hydroxy-8-iodooctane; Octanol, 8-iodo-; 8-Iodooctyl alcohol; ω-Iodooctyl alcohol; 8-IO; Iodooctanol
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Quality Control

Our 8-Iodo-1-Octanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 or otherwise opaque.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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