Description

2,6-Diisopropyliodobenzene is a high-purity, synthetically valuable halogenated aromatic compound, serving as a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its role as a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and specialty materials. This product is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for cross-coupling reactions and other transformative chemical processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring sterically hindered biaryl structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides that incorporate di-substituted benzene cores.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or building block for creating specialized polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Catalyst Ligand Preparation: Employed in the synthesis of sophisticated phosphine or N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions such as Suzuki-Miyaura, Negishi, and Kumada couplings to form complex biaryl compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2,6-Diisopropyliodobenzene
CAS No.	163704-47-0
Molecular Formula	C12H17I
Molecular Weight	288.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Iodo-2,6-diisopropylbenzene; 2,6-Diisopropyl-1-iodobenzene; 2,6-Bis(1-methylethyl)iodobenzene; (2,6-Diisopropylphenyl) iodide; DIPIB; 2,6-DIP-Iodobenzene
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,6-Diisopropyliodobenzene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical processes. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including purity verification by GC/HPLC and identity confirmation (IR, NMR). A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is available for each lot upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and transfers should be minimized under direct light exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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