Description

1,5-Diiodo-2,4-Dimethylbenzene is a high-purity, halogenated aromatic compound characterized by its two iodine substituents on a dimethylbenzene backbone. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable and versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and industrial manufacturers for the development of specialized pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional organic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring halogenated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the iodine atoms act as leaving groups or modify biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create sophisticated ligands for transition metal catalysts used in cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other advanced polymeric materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied to analytical laboratories for use as a high-purity standard in method development and quality control testing.
• Academic and R&D: A fundamental reagent for university and corporate research departments exploring new synthetic methodologies and reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1,5-Diiodo-2,4-Dimethylbenzene
CAS No.	4102-50-5
Molecular Formula	C8H8I2
Molecular Weight	357.96 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dimethyl-1,5-diiodobenzene; 1,5-Diiodo-2,4-xylene; Benzene, 1,5-diiodo-2,4-dimethyl-; Diiodoxylene; 2,4-Dimethyl-m-diiodobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,5-Diiodo-2,4-Dimethylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and relevant industry standards.

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. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.