Description

4-Iodobenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde building block characterized by its iodine substituent, which provides a reactive handle for further chemical transformations. This compound matters for its crucial role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced materials research. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D for creating active ingredients, agrochemical manufacturers for developing novel crop protection agents, and academic laboratories engaged in organic synthesis and materials science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials and display components.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The iodine atom makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Sonogashira, and Heck couplings.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Iodobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	15164-44-0
Molecular Formula	C7H5IO
Molecular Weight	232.02 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Iodobenzaldehyde; 4-Iodobenzenecarboxaldehyde; 1-Iodo-4-formylbenzene; Benzenecarboxaldehyde, 4-iodo-; p-Formyliodobenzene; Iodobenzaldehyde-4; 4-IBAL; 4-Iodophenyl aldehyde
EINECS	239-220-9

Quality Control

Our 4-Iodobenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and strong bases. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	72 - 76 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.