Description

1,6-Diiodonaphthalene is a high-purity, polycyclic aromatic compound featuring two iodine atoms in the 1 and 6 positions, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key precursor for creating complex molecular architectures, particularly in materials science and pharmaceutical research. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, ligand synthesis for catalysis, and the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): A crucial intermediate in the synthesis of electron-transport materials and host materials for phosphorescent OLED displays and lighting.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the construction of complex drug molecules, especially those requiring rigid, aromatic backbones with halogen handles for further functionalization.
• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysis: Serves as a precursor for creating sophisticated phosphine, N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC), and other chelating ligands used in cross-coupling and other transition metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Liquid Crystal and Advanced Material Research: Employed in the development of novel liquid crystalline compounds and other functional materials with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain-extender in the synthesis of conjugated polymers for semiconductor applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on new synthetic methodologies and exploring structure-property relationships.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,6-Diiodonaphthalene
CAS No.	64567-12-0
Molecular Formula	C10H6I2
Molecular Weight	379.96 g/mol
Synonyms	1,6-Diiodonaphthalene; Naphthalene, 1,6-diiodo-; 1,6-DIN; 1,6-Bis(iodo)naphthalene; 1,6-Naphthalene diiodide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our 1,6-Diiodonaphthalene is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and industrial-scale manufacturing.

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, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and packaging should minimize exposure to direct light.

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.