1-Iodohexane is a chemical compound from the group of aliphatic saturated halogenated hydrocarbons.

[4] The compound can also be prepared by treating 1-hexanol with iodine and triphenylphosphine.

[5] 1-Iodohexane is a flammable, difficult to ignite, light-sensitive liquid that is practically insoluble in water.

[7] The compound is used as an alkylating agent in organic synthesis.

[8] Also, it is used as an intermediate in the production of other chemical compounds such as tetradecane.