Description

1-(Benzyloxy)-2-Iodobenzene is a versatile aromatic ether and halogenated intermediate of significant importance in synthetic organic chemistry. Its core value lies in its dual functionality, featuring a benzyl-protected phenolic oxygen and an iodine atom ortho to the alkoxy group, making it a valuable building block for complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D departments engaged in pharmaceutical development, agrochemical synthesis, and advanced material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring diaryl ether or ortho-substituted benzene scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the iodine atom serves as a handle for further functionalization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis, such as cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers that incorporate halogenated aromatic units.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development in organic synthesis, including Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Benzyloxy)-2-Iodobenzene
CAS No.	142523-69-1
Molecular Formula	C13H11IO
Molecular Weight	310.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Iodophenyl benzyl ether; o-Iodophenyl benzyl ether; Benzyl 2-iodophenyl ether; 1-Benzyloxy-2-iodobenzene; (2-Iodophenoxy)methyl]benzene; BnO-2-I-Ph; 2-Iodo-1-(phenylmethoxy)benzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(Benzyloxy)-2-Iodobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

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.

Specification

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

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