1-Chloro-2-iodoethane, 96%, stab. with copper, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

1-Chloro-2-iodoethane is used as a mild electrophile for iodination of metallated species, as in the conversion of an ortho-lithiated benzyl ether to the corresponding ortho-iodide. It reacts with 5-hydroxy-[1,4]naphthoquinone, and obtain the 5-(2-chloro-ethoxy)-[1,4]naphthoquinone.

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Applications
1-Chloro-2-iodoethane is used as a mild electrophile for iodination of metallated species, as in the conversion of an ortho-lithiated benzyl ether to the corresponding ortho-iodide. It reacts with 5-hydroxy-[1,4]naphthoquinone, and obtain the 5-(2-chloro-ethoxy)-[1,4]naphthoquinone.

Solubility
Soluble inorganic solvents. Insoluble in water.

Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Keep container tightly closed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.