Description

1-Ethoxy-4-Iodonaphthalene is a high-purity, functionalized naphthalene derivative designed for advanced synthetic chemistry. This compound serves as a versatile and critical building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and materials science research. It is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for coupling reactions and molecular scaffold construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those containing naphthalene-based structures.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the iodine moiety allows for further functionalization.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or building block for creating organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions such as Suzuki, Sonogashira, and Heck couplings to form new carbon-carbon bonds.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex polycyclic aromatic systems and heterocycles.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Ethoxy-4-Iodonaphthalene
CAS No.	104296-74-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₁IO
Molecular Weight	298.12 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Iodo-1-ethoxynaphthalene; 1-Ethoxy-4-iodonaphthalene; 4-Iodo-1-naphthol ethyl ether; 1-Ethoxynaphthalene-4-iodide; Naphthalene, 1-ethoxy-4-iodo-; 1-Ethoxy-4-iodo-naphthalene; 4-Iodo-1-ethoxy-naphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Ethoxy-4-Iodonaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications and test results. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and development as well as scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture and air. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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