Description

1-Iodo-4-Isopropylbenzene is a high-purity aromatic iodination reagent, also known as 4-Iodocumene, with the CAS number 17356-09-1. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of the isopropylphenyl moiety. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring halogenated aromatic scaffolds for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the iodocumene structure serves as a core component.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the creation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis, enhancing reaction selectivity and efficiency.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of advanced polymers and liquid crystals.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Utilized in the synthesis of charge-transport materials and other components for OLEDs and photovoltaic cells.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Iodo-4-Isopropylbenzene
CAS No.	17356-09-1
Molecular Formula	C9H11I
Molecular Weight	246.09 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Iodocumene; p-Iodocumene; 4-Isopropyliodobenzene; 1-Iodo-4-(1-methylethyl)benzene; (4-Iodophenyl)propane; Cumene, p-iodo-; Isopropylbenzene, p-iodo-
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Quality Control

Our 1-Iodo-4-Isopropylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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