Description

1,5-Diiodonaphthalene is a high-purity, polycyclic aromatic compound featuring two iodine atoms in the 1 and 5 positions of the naphthalene ring system. This specific substitution pattern makes it a valuable and versatile organic building block and intermediate for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized in research and industrial applications requiring precise molecular architecture. Key industries that rely on this compound include pharmaceutical research, organic electronics, and specialty chemical manufacturing.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Organic Semiconductor Material: Used in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), photovoltaics, and field-effect transistors (OFETs) due to its extended π-conjugation and halogenated structure.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An essential substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck, Sonogashira) for constructing complex organic frameworks.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and novel compound libraries.
• Liquid Crystal & Dye Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of advanced functional materials, including dyes and liquid crystal compounds.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1,5-Diiodonaphthalene
CAS No.	27715-44-2
Molecular Formula	C10H6I2
Molecular Weight	379.96 g/mol
Synonyms	1,5-Diiodonaphthalene; Naphthalene, 1,5-diiodo-; 1,5-DIN; 1,5-Bis(iodo)naphthalene; 1,5-Naphthalene diiodide; 27715-44-2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,5-Diiodonaphthalene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

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