Description

1,1,1-Trifluoro-3-Iodoheptane is a specialized fluorinated and iodinated building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique reactivity profile, where the iodine atom serves as an excellent leaving group for nucleophilic substitution, while the trifluoromethyl group imparts desirable properties like enhanced metabolic stability and lipophilicity to target molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex fluorinated intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) containing trifluoromethyl groups, which are prevalent in modern drug discovery.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the CF3 group can improve biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for developing fluorinated polymers, liquid crystals, or specialty surfactants with unique surface properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The iodine moiety makes it a suitable substrate for various palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Negishi, Suzuki) to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: An important reagent for academic and industrial research focused on understanding and exploiting the properties of organofluorine compounds.
• Radiotracer Precursor: Potential use as a starting material for synthesizing iodine-123 or iodine-131 labelled compounds for medical imaging or therapy.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,1-Trifluoro-3-Iodoheptane
CAS No.	89608-37-7
Molecular Formula	C7H12F3I
Molecular Weight	280.07 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Iodo-1,1,1-trifluoroheptane; Heptane, 1,1,1-trifluoro-3-iodo-; 1,1,1-Trifluoro-3-iodo-heptane; 3-Iodoheptane, 1,1,1-trifluoro-; Trifluoro(3-iodoheptyl)methane
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Quality Control

Our 1,1,1-Trifluoro-3-Iodoheptane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality systems are designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for reliable supply to regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to maximize shelf life and stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture ingress and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (20°C)	~1.7 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20/D)	~1.45

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