N-butyl iodide
INR 6500INR 6800
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Description
N-butyl iodide (1-Iodobutane) is a primary alkyl halide that serves as a powerful
alkylating agent in organic synthesis, favored for its high reactivity due to the excellent
leaving group ability of the iodide ion.
CAS Number 542-69-8
Specifications
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid (turns yellow to reddish-brown upon exposure to light) |
|---|---|
| Safety Information Classified as a Flammable Liquid (H226) and Harmful (GHS07); it causes skin and eye irritation and may be harmful if swallowed or inhaled, requiring handling in a fume hood. | Classified as a Flammable Liquid (H226) and Harmful (GHS07); it causes skin and eye irritation and may be harmful if swallowed or inhaled, requiring handling in a fume hood. |
| Synonyms | 2-Iodopropane, 2-Propyl iodide, sec-Propyl iodide |
| Melting Point | -103 °C (Boiling Point: 130 – 131 °C) |
| Purity | ≥ 98.0% or ≥ 99.0% |
| Solubility | Soluble in Ethanol, Ether, and Chloroform; insoluble in water |
| Molecular Weight: 184.02 g/mol | 184.02 g/mol |