Description

Benzene, 1-Ethenyl-4-(Iodomethyl)- is a specialized aromatic organic compound featuring a vinyl group and an iodomethyl substituent on the benzene ring, making it a valuable iodinated building block. This molecular architecture is critical for introducing iodine atoms into complex molecules, enabling advanced synthesis in pharmaceutical and material science research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing novel chemical entities and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for introducing iodine atoms for radiolabeling or creating halogen bonds in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the iodine moiety can enhance biological activity or environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a building block for creating iodinated aromatic cores in advanced electronic materials, such as liquid crystals for displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed to functionalize polymers and resins, introducing reactive vinyl and iodine sites for cross-linking or further chemical modification to tailor material properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: A valuable substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille, Negishi) for constructing complex biaryl and conjugated systems in medicinal and material chemistry.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial labs as a versatile reagent for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating libraries of compounds for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzene, 1-Ethenyl-4-(Iodomethyl)-
CAS No.	45817-37-6
Molecular Formula	C9H9I
Molecular Weight	244.07 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Vinylbenzyl Iodide; 1-(Iodomethyl)-4-vinylbenzene; p-Vinylbenzyl Iodide; (4-Vinylphenyl)methyl Iodide; 4-(Iodomethyl)styrene; Iodomethyl-p-vinylbenzene; 4-Vinylbenzyl Iodide; 4-(Iodomethyl)vinylbenzene
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Quality Control

Our Benzene, 1-Ethenyl-4-(Iodomethyl)- is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and process development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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). Due to its light-sensitive nature and organic iodide content, prolonged exposure to light or heat should be avoided to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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