CAS 1269755-08-9

5-(Iodomethyl)-2,2-dimethyl-1,4-dioxane

Description:

5-(Iodomethyl)-2,2-dimethyl-1,4-dioxane is an organic compound characterized by its unique structure, which includes a dioxane ring and an iodomethyl substituent. The presence of the dioxane moiety imparts a cyclic ether characteristic, contributing to its potential solubility in polar solvents. The iodomethyl group enhances its reactivity, making it a useful intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in nucleophilic substitution reactions. The two methyl groups at the 2-position of the dioxane ring provide steric hindrance, which can influence the compound's reactivity and stability. This compound may exhibit moderate to low toxicity, typical of halogenated organic compounds, and should be handled with care in a laboratory setting. Its applications may extend to pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, or as a reagent in synthetic chemistry. As with many organic compounds, its physical properties such as boiling point, melting point, and density would depend on the specific conditions and purity of the sample.

Formula: C₇H₁₃IO₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C7H13IO2/c1-7(2)5-9-6(3-8)4-10-7/h6H,3-5H2,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=YCNVYGVSTLPMLI-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(I)C1COC(C)(C)CO1

Synonyms:

• 1,4-Dioxane, 5-(iodomethyl)-2,2-dimethyl-
• 5-(Iodomethyl)-2,2-dimethyl-1,4-dioxane