Description

4-Iodobenzyl Alcohol is a halogenated aromatic alcohol derivative, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity of the iodine atom, which enables efficient cross-coupling reactions for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and novel functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a benzyl alcohol moiety with a halogen handle for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that incorporate iodinated aromatic structures.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis, such as Suzuki-Miyaura and Sonogashira cross-coupling reactions.
• Liquid Crystal and OLED Material Research: A valuable building block for creating iodinated aromatic cores in advanced electronic and photonic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems due to its potential for radiolabeling or further bioconjugation.
• Custom Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed by contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) for bespoke synthesis projects requiring specific halogenated intermediates.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Iodobenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	18282-51-4
Molecular Formula	C7H7IO
Molecular Weight	234.04 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Iodophenyl)methanol; p-Iodobenzyl Alcohol; 1-(Hydroxymethyl)-4-iodobenzene; 4-Iodobenzenemethanol; α-Hydroxy-4-iodotoluene; Benzenemethanol, 4-iodo-; Iodobenzyl alcohol (4-)
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Quality Control

Our 4-Iodobenzyl Alcohol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

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, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	92°C - 96°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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