Iso propyl iodide (2-iodopropane) is a secondary alkyl halide used primarily as an alkylating agent in organic synthesis for introducing the isopropyl group into molecules. CAS Number 75-30-9
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow liquid (darkens with light exposure) |
| Molecular Weight: | 169.99 g/mol |
| Safety Information Classified as Flammable (H226) and Harmful (GHS07); it causes skin and eye irritation and is harmful if swallowed, requiring storage in a flammables cabinet away from heat sources. | Classified as Flammable (H226) and Harmful (GHS07); it causes skin and eye irritation and is harmful if swallowed, requiring storage in a flammables cabinet away from heat sources. |
| Solubility | soluble in Alcohol, Ether, and Benzene; slightly soluble in water |
| Purity | ≥ 98.0% to ≥ 99.0% |
| Melting Point | 90 °C |
| Synonyms | 2-Iodopropane, 2-Propyl iodide, sec-Propyl iodide |