Description

2-Iododiphenylmethane is a versatile organoiodine compound featuring a diphenylmethyl scaffold, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its core value proposition lies in its ability to act as a key building block for the construction of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and materials science research. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for coupling reactions and functional group transformations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those containing diarylmethane or iodinated aromatic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific halogenated motifs.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis, such as cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Building block for creating organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers with tailored optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the synthesis of molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and mechanisms.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Fundamental reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and novel reaction discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Iododiphenylmethane
CAS No.	35444-93-0
Molecular Formula	C13H11I
Molecular Weight	294.13 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Iodophenyl)phenylmethane; 1-Iodo-2-(phenylmethyl)benzene; 2-(Iodobenzyl)benzene; o-Iododiphenylmethane; (2-Iodobenzyl)benzene; Benzene, 1-iodo-2-(phenylmethyl)-; Diphenylmethane, 2-iodo-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Iododiphenylmethane is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain product stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
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.