Description

m-Iodobenzylchloride is a versatile halogenated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its dual functionality, where the reactive benzyl chloride group and the iodine substituent allow for sequential and selective cross-coupling reactions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require a reliable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in molecules containing biaryl or benzylamine motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require halogenated aromatic cores.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis, such as palladium-catalyzed cross-couplings.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers where iodine atoms facilitate further functionalization.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for introducing iodine labels or benzyl groups into biomolecules for study via techniques like radioiodination or as a protecting group strategy.
• Custom Synthesis and R&D: A critical reagent for contract research organizations (CROs) and academic laboratories exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	m-Iodobenzylchloride
CAS No.	60076-09-7
Molecular Formula	C7H6ClI
Molecular Weight	252.48 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Iodobenzyl Chloride; 1-(Chloromethyl)-3-iodobenzene; m-Iodobenzyl Chloride; (3-Iodophenyl)methyl Chloride; α-Chloro-3-iodotoluene; 3-Iodobenzylchloride; 3-(Chloromethyl)iodobenzene; Benzenemethanol, 3-iodo-, chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our m-Iodobenzylchloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reproducible and reliable synthetic outcomes.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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