Benzyl iodide

• CAT Number: R073457
• CAS Number: 620-05-3
• PubChem Substance ID: 12098
• Molecular Formula: C7H7I
• Molecular Weight: 218.04
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: iodomethylbenzene
• InChI: InChI=1S/C7H7I/c8-6-7-4-2-1-3-5-7/h1-5H,6H2
• InChIKey: XJTQJERLRPWUGL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC=C(C=C1)CI

Benzyl iodide（Cat No.:R073457）is an organoiodine compound with the molecular formula C7H7I, consisting of a benzene ring attached to a methylene iodide group. It appears as a pale yellow to brown liquid with a sharp, irritating odor and is sensitive to light and air. Benzyl iodide is a potent alkylating agent used in organic synthesis, particularly for introducing the benzyl group to oxygen, nitrogen, or sulfur nucleophiles. It serves as an intermediate in the preparation of pharmaceuticals, dyes, and fine chemicals. Due to its reactivity and toxicity, it requires careful handling under controlled conditions.