Description

1,2,4-Triiodobenzene CAS NO 615-68-9 is a highly functionalized aromatic compound characterized by three iodine substituents, making it a valuable halogenated building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a key intermediate for the development of complex molecules in pharmaceutical and material science research. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors who require precise, high-purity intermediates for coupling reactions and molecular scaffold construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring heavy halogen atoms for metabolic stability or radio-labeling studies.
• Material Science: Used in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers where the iodine atoms facilitate further functionalization or influence electronic properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as a building block for novel crop protection agents and herbicides, leveraging its aromatic halogen structure.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) as an electrophilic partner due to the reactivity of the iodine atoms.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Academic & R&D: A fundamental reagent for methodological development and exploratory chemistry in university and industrial research laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1,2,4-Triiodobenzene
CAS No.	615-68-9
Molecular Formula	C6H3I3
Molecular Weight	471.80 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,4-Triiodobenzene; Benzene, 1,2,4-triiodo-; Asym-Triiodobenzene; Unsym-Triiodobenzene; 1,2,4-Triiodo-benzene; AI3-15300; NSC 406122; CCRIS 6055
EINECS	210-432-6

Quality Control

Our 1,2,4-Triiodobenzene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	92 - 96 °C
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

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