Description

5-Iodo-[1,1-Biphenyl]-2-Ol is a specialized iodinated biphenyl derivative, a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the development of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and materials science research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), liquid crystal materials, and functional ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its biphenyl core structure.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials, including organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and liquid crystals, due to its planar, conjugated structure.
• Catalyst & Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis in cross-coupling and other organic transformations.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for exploratory chemistry in universities and corporate research centers focused on medicinal and synthetic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Iodo-[1,1-Biphenyl]-2-Ol
CAS No.	87441-19-8
Molecular Formula	C12H9IO
Molecular Weight	296.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-5-iodobiphenyl; 5-Iodo-2-phenylphenol; 2-Phenyl-5-iodophenol; (5-Iodo-[1,1'-biphenyl]-2-yl)ol; 5-Iodobiphenyl-2-ol; Biphenyl-2-ol, 5-iodo-; 87441-19-8 (CAS)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Iodo-[1,1-Biphenyl]-2-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data (HPLC, GC, NMR) are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch reliability.

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). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled and stored away from direct light exposure to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

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