Description

2,4-Dimethoxyiodobenzene is a high-purity, synthetically valuable aryl iodide building block. This compound is essential for facilitating advanced cross-coupling reactions, enabling the efficient construction of complex molecular architectures. It is a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable, high-quality reagents for process development and scale-up.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) via palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions like Suzuki, Stille, and Heck couplings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs and conductive polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for the site-specific incorporation of iodine labels or for constructing molecular probes for imaging and diagnostic applications.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A reliable starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving diverse R&D projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dimethoxyiodobenzene
CAS No.	20469-63-0
Molecular Formula	C8H9IO2
Molecular Weight	264.06 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Iodo-2,4-dimethoxybenzene; 2,4-Dimethoxyphenyl iodide; (2,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)iodide; Benzene, 1-iodo-2,4-dimethoxy-; Iodobenzene, 2,4-dimethoxy-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dimethoxyiodobenzene is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, typically ≥98% (by HPLC). Each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of our global pharmaceutical and fine chemical partners.

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 incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be performed under subdued light or using amber glassware when possible.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH Q3C guidelines

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