Description

1,2-Diiodo-4,5-Dimethoxybenzene is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic building block characterized by its two iodine substituants, which serve as excellent handles for further chemical transformations. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly in cross-coupling reactions. It is primarily sought 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) and novel drug candidates via Suzuki, Stille, or other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the diiodo-dimethoxybenzene core is incorporated into bioactive molecules.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials, including charge-transport layers and emissive compounds for displays.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal complexes used in homogeneous catalysis.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent in the production of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and for exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Diiodo-4,5-Dimethoxybenzene
CAS No.	110190-08-4
Molecular Formula	C8H8I2O2
Molecular Weight	405.96 g/mol
Synonyms	4,5-Dimethoxy-1,2-diiodobenzene; 1,2-Diiodo-4,5-dimethoxybenzene; Benzene, 1,2-diiodo-4,5-dimethoxy-; 3,4-Diiodo-1,2-dimethoxybenzene (alternate numbering); DIDMB
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Diiodo-4,5-Dimethoxybenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy. We provide a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications to ensure it meets your research and production requirements.

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 and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be minimized under direct light.

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
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

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