Description

4-iso-Propylphenylzinc Iodide is a versatile organozinc reagent, specifically an arylzinc halide, widely used in modern synthetic organic chemistry. Its core value lies in enabling efficient carbon-carbon bond formation, particularly in cross-coupling reactions, which are fundamental to constructing complex molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable and reactive building blocks for drug discovery and specialty chemical synthesis.

Application

• Key Intermediate in Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used in Negishi and other cross-coupling reactions to introduce the 4-isopropylphenyl moiety into target molecules for drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Active Ingredient Development: Employed in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific aryl group functionalization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the creation of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers with tailored electronic or structural properties.
• Fine Chemical and Flavor/Fragrance Synthesis: Applied in the production of high-value, complex aromatic compounds where selective coupling is critical.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-iso-Propylphenylzinc Iodide
CAS No.	308796-20-5
Molecular Formula	C9H11IZn
Molecular Weight	311.48 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Isopropylphenyl)zinc iodide; 4-Isopropylphenylzinc iodide; p-Isopropylphenylzinc iodide; Zinc, (4-isopropylphenyl)-, iodide; (4-(1-Methylethyl)phenyl)zinc iodide; Organozinc reagent 308796-20-5; Arylzinc halide
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-iso-Propylphenylzinc Iodide adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high reactivity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques, including NMR and titration, to confirm identity, purity, and solution concentration. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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 under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at 2-8°C to maintain stability and prevent decomposition. This compound is moisture-sensitive and should be handled in a dry environment. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow solution
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Concentration (Titration)	0.5 M in THF (or as specified)
Purity (Assay)	≥ 95% (by NMR or GC)

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