Description

1,4-Diiodonaphthalene is a high-purity, polycyclic aromatic compound featuring iodine substituents at the 1 and 4 positions of the naphthalene ring. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought after by research institutions, pharmaceutical developers, and specialty chemical manufacturers for creating complex molecules and functional materials.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), liquid crystals, and organic semiconductors.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting iodine-containing bioactive molecules.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or dopant in the production of advanced organic electronic materials, such as organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and photoconductors.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Analytical Chemistry: May be used as a standard or reference compound in chromatographic and spectroscopic analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Diiodonaphthalene
CAS No.	36316-83-3
Molecular Formula	C10H6I2
Molecular Weight	379.96 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Diiodonaphthalene; Naphthalene, 1,4-diiodo-; 1,4-DIN; 1,4-Bis(iodo)naphthalene; 1,4-Naphthalene diiodide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Diiodonaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your research and quality assurance requirements.

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 incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.