Description

2-Iodo-1,3-Dimethylbenzene is a valuable halogenated aromatic building block, specifically an iodinated xylene derivative. This compound is essential for facilitating advanced cross-coupling reactions, enabling the synthesis of complex molecules in research and industrial settings. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, agrochemical manufacturers, and specialty chemical producers for use as a key synthetic intermediate.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly in palladium-catalyzed cross-couplings like Suzuki and Heck reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the iodine atom acts as a versatile handle for structural diversification.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers, leveraging its aromatic and halogen functionalities.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Acts as a reliable substrate in methodological studies and for constructing complex organic frameworks in academic and industrial research.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Utilized as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and colorants.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Functions as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Iodo-1,3-Dimethylbenzene
CAS No.	608-28-6
Molecular Formula	C8H9I
Molecular Weight	232.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Iodo-m-xylene; 1,3-Dimethyl-2-iodobenzene; 2-Iodo-1,3-dimethylbenzene; m-Xylene, 2-iodo-; 2-Iodometaxylene; 2-Iodoxylol; 608-28-6; NSC 9248
EINECS	210-165-6

Quality Control

Our 2-Iodo-1,3-Dimethylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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