Description

2,4-Dimethyl-1-Iodo-5-Nitrobenzene is a versatile halogenated nitroaromatic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an iodine substituent and a nitro group on a dimethylbenzene backbone, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for coupling reactions and functional group transformations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring halogenated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its reactive iodine site for further functionalization.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or building block for creating advanced organic materials, such as liquid crystals or organic semiconductors.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Heck, and Sonogashira couplings to form biaryl and other complex structures.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and colorants due to its nitro-aromatic framework.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dimethyl-1-Iodo-5-Nitrobenzene
CAS No.	4102-38-9
Molecular Formula	C8H8INO2
Molecular Weight	277.06 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Iodo-2,4-dimethyl-5-nitrobenzene; 5-Nitro-2,4-dimethyliodobenzene; 2,4-Dimethyl-5-nitroiodobenzene; 5-Nitro-1-iodo-2,4-dimethylbenzene; 2,4-Dimethylnitroiodobenzene; Iododinitrotoluene derivative (related); (2,4-Dimethyl-5-nitrophenyl)iodide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dimethyl-1-Iodo-5-Nitrobenzene is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and NMR for structural confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in light-resistant secondary packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

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