Description

1-Iodo-3,5-Dimethylbenzene is a high-purity, halogenated aromatic compound, also known as 3,5-Dimethyliodobenzene. This versatile intermediate is valued for its role in facilitating advanced organic synthesis, particularly in cross-coupling reactions and as a building block for complex molecules. It is essential for R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly in Suzuki-Miyaura and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the iodine moiety enables precise structural modifications.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the synthesis of specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts for asymmetric synthesis and polymerization processes.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel aromatic compounds.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Used in the production of specialized dyes and colorants where the dimethyl-substituted aromatic core provides specific color and stability properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Iodo-3,5-Dimethylbenzene
CAS No.	22445-41-6
Molecular Formula	C8H9I
Molecular Weight	232.06 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Dimethyliodobenzene; 3,5-Dimethylphenyl Iodide; 1-Iodo-3,5-dimethylbenzene; 3,5-Dimethyl-1-iodobenzene; (3,5-Dimethylphenyl)iodide; m-Xylyl Iodide; Iodom-xylene
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Quality Control

Our 1-Iodo-3,5-Dimethylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage and handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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