Description

2-(tert-Butyl)-4,6-Diiodophenol is a specialized halogenated phenolic compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key intermediate for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research where its diiodophenol structure offers unique reactivity. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, life science, and material science industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting thyroid hormone receptors or requiring halogenated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the tert-butyl and iodine substituents contribute to biological activity and stability.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent in the production of specialty polymers, such as high-performance resins or materials with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of novel ligands for metal-catalyzed coupling reactions, leveraging the phenolic and halogen functionalities.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in organic electronic materials, including charge-transport layers or as a precursor for organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring new organic reactions and methodologies in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-(tert-Butyl)-4,6-Diiodophenol
CAS No.	60803-26-1
Molecular Formula	C10H12I2O
Molecular Weight	401.01 g/mol
Synonyms	4,6-Diiodo-2-tert-butylphenol; 2-tert-Butyl-4,6-diiodophenol; 2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-4,6-diiodophenol; 4,6-Diiodo-2-(tert-butyl)phenol; Phenol, 2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4,6-diiodo-; 2-tert-Butyl-4,6-diiodo-1-hydroxybenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(tert-Butyl)-4,6-Diiodophenol is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure the product meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee consistency and support your quality assurance protocols.

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 light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation to maintain optimal purity and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.