Chemistry:Iodocyclohexane

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Iodocyclohexane
Cyclohexyl iodide.png
Names
Preferred IUPAC name
Iodocyclohexane
Other names
Cyclohexyl iodide
Identifiers
3D model (JSmol)
ChemSpider
EC Number
  • 210-957-8
Properties
C6H11I
Molar mass 210.058 g·mol−1
Appearance colorless to slightly reddish yellow liquid
Density 1.624 g/mL
Boiling point 180 °C (356 °F; 453 K)
Insoluble
Hazards
Flash point 71 °C (160 °F; 344 K)
Related compounds
Related compounds
Chlorocyclohexane
Bromocyclohexane
Fluorocyclohexane
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Iodocyclohexane is an organoiodine compound with the chemical formula C
6
H
11
I
.[1][2]

Synthesis

Iodocyclohexane has been prepared by the addition of hydrogen iodide to cyclohexene.[3]

Alternatively, it can be prepared by the reaction of cyclohexane and iodoform.[4]

Physical properties

Iodocyclohexane forms colorless to slightly reddish yellow liquid. It is soluble in ethanol, ether, and acetone.[1]

Uses

The compound has been used as reagent in demethylation of aryl methyl ethers in DMF under reflux condition.[1]

See also

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