Description

4-(4-Iodophenoxy)Benzonitrile is a high-purity, functionalized aromatic compound featuring a nitrile group and an iodophenoxy moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable advanced intermediate for the synthesis of complex molecules in pharmaceutical and materials science research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and liquid crystal industries for constructing novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery programs targeting new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic structure.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds due to its rigid, conjugated core.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The iodine atom makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Sonogashira) to form complex biaryl systems.
• Functional Polymer Synthesis: Employed as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of high-performance polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and tags for biochemical and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Iodophenoxy)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	856704-55-7
Molecular Formula	C13H8INO
Molecular Weight	321.11 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Iodophenoxy)benzonitrile; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carbonitrile, 4'-iodo-4-oxy-; 4'-Iodo-4-phenoxybenzonitrile; 4-Cyano-4'-iododiphenyl ether; p-(p-Iodophenoxy)benzonitrile; 4-Iodophenyl 4-cyanophenyl ether; Benzonitrile, 4-(4-iodophenoxy)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(4-Iodophenoxy)Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if possible to prevent degradation.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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