Description

2-Iodo-4-Methyl-1,3,5-Trineopentylbenzene is a highly functionalized, sterically hindered aromatic compound characterized by its unique iodine substitution and neopentyl groups. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable advanced intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and materials science research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on catalysts, ligands, and specialty polymers where precise steric and electronic control is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in Suzuki-Miyaura and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for the creation of sophisticated, bulky phosphine or N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its ability to modulate molecular packing and electronic properties.
• Chemical Synthesis Building Block: Acts as a key intermediate for introducing iodine and sterically demanding groups into complex molecular scaffolds in agrochemical and fine chemical synthesis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, particularly in exploring new C–C bond formation strategies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Iodo-4-Methyl-1,3,5-Trineopentylbenzene
CAS No.	41080-91-5
Molecular Formula	C22H35I
Molecular Weight	426.42 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3,5-Tri(neopentyl)-2-iodo-4-methylbenzene; 2-Iodo-1,3,5-tris(2,2-dimethylpropyl)-4-methylbenzene; Benzene, 2-iodo-4-methyl-1,3,5-tris(2,2-dimethylpropyl)-; 4-Methyl-2-iodo-1,3,5-trineopentylbenzene; 1,3,5-Tris(neopentyl)-2-iodo-4-methylbenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Iodo-4-Methyl-1,3,5-Trineopentylbenzene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place 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 direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.