Description

2-Chloro-6-Iodonaphthalene is a halogenated naphthalene derivative serving as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of halogen atoms, which enables selective cross-coupling reactions and functional group transformations essential for constructing complex molecular architectures. This high-purity building block is primarily needed by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for developing novel active compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially in medicinal chemistry programs targeting various disease pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactivity for creating diverse chemical structures.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or starting material in the development of organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs (Organic Light-Emitting Diodes) and semiconductors.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An essential substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Stille, and Negishi couplings, facilitating carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to synthesize novel chelating ligands and organometallic catalysts for asymmetric synthesis and other catalytic processes.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating complex organic molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-6-Iodonaphthalene
CAS No.	858024-79-0
Molecular Formula	C10H6ClI
Molecular Weight	288.51 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Iodo-2-chloronaphthalene; 2-Chloro-6-iodonaphthalene; Naphthalene, 2-chloro-6-iodo-; 2-Chloro-6-iodo-naphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-6-Iodonaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to confirm identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory requirements.

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 storage should minimize exposure to direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.