Description

4-Iododiphenyl Ether is a versatile halogenated aromatic ether compound, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the iodine atom, which provides a reactive site for cross-coupling reactions, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This high-purity building block is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a diphenyl ether scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An essential substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl systems.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new synthetic methodologies and complex molecule construction.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare sophisticated ligands for catalysis and coordination chemistry applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Iododiphenyl Ether
CAS No.	2974-94-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₉IO
Molecular Weight	296.10 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Iodo-4-phenoxybenzene; 4-Phenoxyiodobenzene; p-Iododiphenyl Ether; (4-Iodophenoxy)benzene; Diphenyl Ether, 4-iodo-; 4-Iodophenyl Phenyl Ether; Phenoxy-4-iodobenzene
EINECS	221-006-8

Quality Control

Our 4-Iododiphenyl Ether is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality for your critical processes.

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. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

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