Description

2,3-Dimethylphenylzinc Iodide is a highly reactive organozinc reagent, specifically an arylzinc halide, widely used in modern synthetic chemistry. Its core value lies in enabling efficient carbon-carbon bond formation, particularly in cross-coupling reactions, which are fundamental for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require precise and reliable building blocks for drug discovery and specialty chemical synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: A key reagent for the Negishi cross-coupling reaction to introduce the 2,3-dimethylphenyl moiety into target molecules during active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) development.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the construction of complex herbicide and pesticide molecules that require specific aryl group substitutions for enhanced activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers where the 2,3-dimethylphenyl group modifies electronic properties.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Facilitates the production of specialty aromatics and complex organic compounds in a controlled and selective manner.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological development in organic synthesis and exploring new catalytic transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dimethylphenylzinc Iodide
CAS No.	312692-94-7
Molecular Formula	C8H9IZn
Molecular Weight	297.45 g/mol
Synonyms	(2,3-Dimethylphenyl)zinc iodide; Zinc, (2,3-dimethylphenyl)iodo-; 1-Iodo-2,3-dimethylbenzene zinc derivative; o-Xylylzinc iodide; 2,3-Dimethylbenzenezinc iodide; 2,3-DMP-ZnI
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,3-Dimethylphenylzinc Iodide is manufactured and tested under stringent quality protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for sensitive synthetic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail key parameters such as assay, concentration, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the exacting standards required for research and commercial-scale chemical synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at 2-8°C in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Due to its moisture-sensitive and pyrophoric nature, the reagent must be handled under inert conditions using standard Schlenk line or glovebox techniques.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Solution (typically in THF or Ether)
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	0.5 M in THF (or as specified)
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95% (organics basis)

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