Description

1-Iodobicyclo[2.2.2]octane is a highly functionalized, strained bicyclic organic compound featuring an iodine atom on the bridgehead carbon. This unique structure makes it a valuable and versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for its utility in cross-coupling reactions and as a precursor to other strained intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for creating complex, three-dimensional scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of new candidate molecules for crop protection agents, leveraging its reactivity to introduce iodine or other functional groups.
• Material Science: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specialized monomers or ligands used in polymer chemistry and catalyst design.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An effective substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille, Negishi) due to the reactivity of the C-I bond on the strained bridgehead position.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Employed in fundamental organic chemistry research to study reaction mechanisms, strain effects, and to develop new synthetic methodologies.
• Ligand Synthesis: Useful for preparing novel iodinated ligands for coordination chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Iodobicyclo[2.2.2]octane
CAS No.	931-98-6
Molecular Formula	C8H13I
Molecular Weight	236.09 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Iodobicyclo[2.2.2]octane; Bicyclo[2.2.2]octane, 1-iodo-; 1-Iodo-2,2,2-bicyclooctane; 1-Iodoadamantane (common misnomer, structurally distinct); Iodobicyclooctane; NSC 163082; 931-98-6; 1-Iodobicyclo[2.2.2]octane (Bridgehead iodide)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Iodobicyclo[2.2.2]octane is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support compliance with relevant research and development standards, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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