Description

9-Iodo-o-Carborane is a highly functionalized derivative of the icosahedral carborane cage, specifically modified at the 9-position with an iodine atom. This compound is a critical synthetic intermediate valued for its unique combination of boron cluster stability and the versatile reactivity of the iodo substituent. It is primarily sought by researchers and developers in the fields of advanced materials science, medicinal chemistry, and organometallic catalysis for constructing complex boron-containing architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Boron Neutron Capture Therapy (BNCT): Serves as a key precursor for synthesizing boron-rich pharmacophores and tumor-targeting agents.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Used in the development of novel polymers, liquid crystals, and thermally stable materials leveraging the carborane core.
• Organometallic & Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a versatile ligand or building block for creating metal-carborane complexes with unique catalytic or electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: The iodine atom facilitates further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Sonogashira) to attach diverse organic moieties.
• Radiolabeling & Imaging Agent Development: Potential use in creating compounds for diagnostic imaging, utilizing the iodine atom or the boron cluster.
• Energy Materials: Investigated for applications in battery electrolytes or as components in optoelectronic devices due to the electron-deficient nature of the carborane.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	9-Iodo-o-Carborane
CAS No.	17830-03-4
Molecular Formula	C2H12B10I
Molecular Weight	325.82 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Iodo-1,2-dicarba-closo-dodecaborane(12); 9-Iodo-1,2-dicarbadodecaborane; o-Carborane, 9-iodo-; 1-Iodo-o-carborane; 9-Iodocarborane; Iodocarborane; ICB
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 9-Iodo-o-Carborane is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under inert atmosphere when appropriate for prolonged use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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