Description

3-Cyano-3'-Iodobenzophenone is a high-value, multi-functional organic intermediate characterized by its distinct benzophenone core functionalized with cyano and iodo substituents. This molecular architecture makes it a critical building block for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications in drug discovery, ligand synthesis, and the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed as a photoaffinity labeling probe or a building block for bioconjugation reagents due to its photoreactive and modifiable groups.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry, facilitating structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Used to create novel ligands for transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Cyano-3'-Iodobenzophenone
CAS No.	890098-71-2
Molecular Formula	C14H8INO
Molecular Weight	333.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3'-Iodo-3-cyanobenzophenone; 3-Cyano-3'-iodobenzophenone; Benzophenone, 3-cyano-3'-iodo-; (3-Cyanophenyl)(3-iodophenyl)methanone; 3-Iodobenzophenone-3'-carbonitrile; 3'-Iodobenzophenone-3-carbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Cyano-3'-Iodobenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry best practices for fine chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%
Water Content (KF)	< 0.5%

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