Chloroiodomethane

Basic Information

CAS No.	593-71-5
EC No.	209-804-8
Linear Formula	ClCH2I
Molecular Weight	176.38
Appearance	Colorless to light yellow clear liquid
Melting Point	Not available (typical reference)
Boiling point	108-109 °C (lit.)
Density	2.422 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Solubility	Insoluble in water; miscible with acetone, benzene, diethyl ether and alcohol
Storage Conditions	Keep in dark place, sealed in dry, room temperature
Chemical Structure

Key Applications

• Organic synthesis intermediate: Serves as an effective halomethylating reagent for the introduction of chloromethyl groups in organic reactions.

• Pharmaceutical intermediate: Used in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds and bioactive molecules through selective alkylation pathways.

• Fine chemical intermediate: Employed in the production of specialty halogenated building blocks and advanced organic intermediates.

• Laboratory research: Valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry studies and exploration of new synthetic pathways.

• Process development: Supports route optimization and scale-up in custom synthesis projects.

• Consistent product quality: Reliable material quality supported by routine quality control and batch consistency verification.

• Stable global supply: Stable export supply supported by established logistics channels for worldwide delivery.

• SDS and COA support: Standard product documentation available for international procurement and regulatory compliance.

• Packaging and technical service: Flexible liquid packaging in HDPE containers for sample to bulk quantities with responsive technical assistance.