Description

Phenylzinc Iodide is an organozinc reagent of significant importance in modern synthetic chemistry. Its primary value lies in its role as a versatile nucleophile for the formation of carbon-carbon bonds, particularly in cross-coupling reactions. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking efficient pathways for biaryl and complex molecule synthesis.

Application

• Negishi Cross-Coupling Reactions: A key reagent for coupling with aryl or vinyl halides to construct biaryl and styrene derivatives, crucial for pharmaceutical intermediates.
• Synthesis of Fine Chemicals: Used in the production of complex organic molecules, including liquid crystals and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Manufacturing: Employed in the precise construction of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates requiring specific aryl-aryl linkages.
• Agrochemical Research: Applied in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where specific phenyl group incorporation is needed.
• Academic & Process R&D: A valuable tool for methodology development and scaling up synthetic routes in laboratory and pilot plant settings.
• Catalyst and Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare specialized organometallic catalysts and phosphine ligands.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenylzinc Iodide
CAS No.	23665-09-0
Molecular Formula	C6H5IZn
Molecular Weight	269.40 g/mol
Synonyms	Zinc, iodophenyl-; Iodophenylzinc; Phenylzinc iodide solution; Phenyl zinc iodide; (Iodozincio)benzene; Benzene, (iodozincio)-; Zinc iodide phenyl derivative
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Quality Control

Our Phenylzinc Iodide is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high reactivity. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and solution concentration (typically provided in solvents like THF or diethyl ether). A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay (by titration), residual moisture, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and easily oxidized nature, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry place. For solutions, store at recommended temperatures (typically 2-8°C for extended stability). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance (Solution)	Colorless to pale yellow solution
Identification (IR/NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	0.5 M in THF (or as specified)
Purity (Zn basis)	≥ 95%
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	< 100 ppm
Solvent	Specified (e.g., Tetrahydrofuran, Diethyl ether)

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