Description

4-Iodo-4'-Methylbiphenyl is a high-purity halogenated biphenyl derivative, a key organic intermediate prized for its structural versatility in advanced synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers requiring a reliable building block for creating complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. It is primarily utilized in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials such as liquid crystals and organic semiconductors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a halogenated biphenyl core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the iodine atom facilitates further functionalization.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Acts as a key intermediate in the manufacture of liquid crystal compounds for display technologies (LCDs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and organic photovoltaics (OPVs) due to its potential for charge transport modification.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: A valuable substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki, Heck, and Sonogashira couplings, for constructing complex biaryl systems.
• Chemical Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D labs as a standard or custom building block for novel organic synthesis.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-Iodo-4'-Methylbiphenyl
CAS No.	55290-86-3
Molecular Formula	C13H11I
Molecular Weight	294.13 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Methyl-4-iodobiphenyl; p-Methyl-p'-iodobiphenyl; 1-Methyl-4-(4-iodophenyl)benzene; 4-(4-Iodophenyl)toluene; 4-Iodo-4'-methyl-1,1'-biphenyl; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-iodo-4'-methyl-; (4'-Methyl[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-yl)iodide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Iodo-4'-Methylbiphenyl is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment ensures the material is suitable for demanding applications in pharmaceutical and advanced material research.

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, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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