Description

1,1'-Biphenyl, 3,3',5,5'-Tetraiodo-2,2',4,4',6,6'-Hexamethyl- is a highly substituted biphenyl derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. This compound matters for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and building block for creating complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystals. Industries that require high-performance materials, such as electronics, pharmaceuticals, and advanced polymer research, need this precisely engineered chemical for its unique structural and electronic properties.

Application

• Advanced Polymer Synthesis: Serves as a crucial monomer or cross-linking agent for high-performance engineering plastics and specialty resins.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Used as a core structural unit in the development of novel liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a sophisticated building block in the multi-step synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated for use in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other semiconductor applications due to its substituted aromatic structure.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-property relationships and developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Specialty Additives: Potential use as a high-performance additive in formulations requiring thermal stability or specific optical properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1,1'-Biphenyl, 3,3',5,5'-Tetraiodo-2,2',4,4',6,6'-Hexamethyl-
CAS No.	37055-19-9
Molecular Formula	C18H18I4
Molecular Weight	787.95 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3',5,5'-Tetraiodo-2,2',4,4',6,6'-hexamethylbiphenyl; Hexamethyltetraiodobiphenyl; 2,2',4,4',6,6'-Hexamethyl-3,3',5,5'-tetraiodo-1,1'-biphenyl; Tetraiodohexamethylbiphenyl; Biphenyl, tetraiodohexamethyl-; Contact for additional synonyms.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,1'-Biphenyl, 3,3',5,5'-Tetraiodo-2,2',4,4',6,6'-Hexamethyl- is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and packaging should minimize exposure to light.

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
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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