Description

2,4-Diiodophenol is a halogenated phenolic compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and material science. Its unique structure, featuring two iodine atoms on the aromatic ring, makes it a versatile building block for creating complex molecules and functional materials. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds with specific electronic or steric properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring halogenated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the diiodophenol moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers due to its ability to modify electronic properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic chemists exploring new coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Ullmann couplings, where the iodine atoms serve as reactive sites.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Can be utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Diiodophenol
CAS No.	2012-29-5
Molecular Formula	C6H4I2O
Molecular Weight	345.90 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Diiodophenol; Phenol, 2,4-diiodo-; 2,4-DIIODO PHENOL; 2,4-Diiodo-1-hydroxybenzene; 1-Hydroxy-2,4-diiodobenzene; NSC 404082; AI3-15654; CCRIS 5986
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Quality Control

Our 2,4-Diiodophenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	92 - 96 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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