Description

1,3-Diiodo-5-Nitrobenzene is a high-purity halogenated nitroaromatic compound, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic placement of iodine atoms and a nitro group, making it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for drug discovery and material science applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting thyroid disorders or requiring halogenated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the diiodo-nitrobenzene structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of advanced polymers and liquid crystals with unique electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Facilitates cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution due to the reactivity of the iodine substituents.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized colorants and photographic chemicals.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Employed in research for method development and exploring new chemical entities in medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1,3-Diiodo-5-Nitrobenzene
CAS No.	57830-60-1
Molecular Formula	C6H3I2NO2
Molecular Weight	390.90 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-1,3-diiodobenzene; 1,3-Diiodo-5-nitrobenzene; 3,5-Diiodonitrobenzene; Benzene, 1,3-diiodo-5-nitro-; DIBN; 1,3-Diiodo-5-nitro-benzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,3-Diiodo-5-Nitrobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

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	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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