Description

5-(4-Iodophenyl)Furfural is a high-purity, iodinated furfural derivative serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique molecular architecture, which combines a reactive furan ring with an iodophenyl group, enabling precise cross-coupling reactions and functional group transformations. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the iodine atom for further functionalization.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialized polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions due to the presence of the aryl iodide moiety.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and tags for studying biological processes and protein interactions.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic routes in organic chemistry laboratories worldwide.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(4-Iodophenyl)Furfural
CAS No.	64251-78-1
Molecular Formula	C11H7IO2
Molecular Weight	298.08 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(4-Iodophenyl)-2-furaldehyde; 4-(2-Formylfuran-5-yl)iodobenzene; 5-(p-Iodophenyl)furfural; 2-Furaldehyde, 5-(4-iodophenyl)-; Iodophenylfurfural
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-(4-Iodophenyl)Furfural is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity, and is supplied with a corresponding Certificate of Analysis (COA). We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of research and development applications.

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 strong oxidizing agents and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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