Description

1-Iodo-5-Nitronaphthalene is a halogenated nitronaphthalene derivative, a versatile and highly functionalized organic building block. Its molecular structure, featuring both an iodine substituent and a nitro group, makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and development. This compound is essential for chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require precise, high-purity intermediates for coupling reactions and material synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring halogenated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its reactive sites for further functionalization.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or building block for creating organic electronic materials, such as organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments due to the chromophoric nitronaphthalene core.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: A valuable substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille, Heck) for creating biaryl structures.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Iodo-5-Nitronaphthalene
CAS No.	64567-10-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₆INO₂
Molecular Weight	299.06 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-1-iodonaphthalene; 1-Iodo-5-nitro-naphthalene; Naphthalene, 1-iodo-5-nitro-; 5-Nitro-1-naphthyl iodide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Iodo-5-Nitronaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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