Thermo Scientific™ Iodoethane ≥98% Stabilised

Thermo Scientific™ Iodoethane (Ethyl Iodide), ≥98% Stabilised is a high-purity organoiodine compound widely used as an ethylating agent in organic synthesis and chemical research. Stabilised with silver to enhance product stability and reduce decomposition, this reagent delivers consistent performance in demanding laboratory and industrial applications.

Iodoethane is a highly reactive alkyl halide commonly employed in nucleophilic substitution reactions (SN2), enabling efficient introduction of ethyl groups into a wide range of organic molecules. Its well-defined physicochemical properties and high purity make it an essential reagent in pharmaceutical development, fine chemical synthesis, and analytical chemistry.

Key Features

• High Purity (≥98% / ≥97.5% GC)
  Ensures reliable and reproducible results in synthetic and analytical applications.
• Stabilised with Silver
  Enhances shelf life and minimizes decomposition during storage.
• Effective Ethylating Agent
  Ideal for alkylation reactions in organic chemistry.
• Consistent Analytical Quality
  Verified by infrared spectroscopy and refractive index specifications.
• Versatile Laboratory Reagent
  Suitable for research, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications.

Applications

Organic Synthesis

• Ethylation of amines, alcohols, and thiols
• SN2 alkylation reactions
• Preparation of ethyl-substituted intermediates

Pharmaceutical & Chemical Research

• Synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs)
• Medicinal chemistry and drug development
• Fine chemical and specialty compound production

Analytical Chemistry

• Derivatization reagent for analytical techniques
• Reaction mechanism studies
• Method development and validation

Industrial Applications

• Production of agrochemicals
• Chemical manufacturing processes
• Intermediate synthesis for specialty chemicals

Chemical Information

Physical Properties

Safety & Handling

• Hazard Classification: Irritant, harmful (ADR Class 6.1, III)
• Handling: Use in a well-ventilated fume hood with appropriate PPE
• Storage: Store in a tightly sealed container at ambient temperature
• Stability: Stabilised to reduce degradation

Ordering Information

Unique Advantages

• Efficient Ethylation Performance
  Enables rapid and reliable alkylation in organic synthesis.
• Stabilized Formulation
  Improved storage stability compared to unstabilized reagents.
• High Analytical Consistency
  Suitable for research and industrial-scale applications.
• Broad Application Scope
  Used across pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and chemical manufacturing.

Thermo Scientific™ Iodoethane (Ethyl Iodide), ≥98% Stabilised is a versatile and high-performance reagent for ethylation and alkylation reactions. Its high purity, stabilized formulation, and wide applicability make it an essential compound for laboratories engaged in organic synthesis and advanced chemical research.