Chloroiodomethane CAS 593-71-5

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Chloroiodomethane is a specialized halomethane reagent valued in organic synthesis for halomethylation and cyclopropanation reactions. It serves as an important building block in the construction of complex molecules for pharmaceutical and specialty chemical applications. Aure Chemical maintains high standards in purity and supply reliability for this fine chemical intermediate.

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.

Why Global Buyers Choose Aure Chemical

• 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.