Description

1-Bromo-2-Iodonaphthalene is a high-purity halogenated naphthalene derivative, a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine and iodine substituents, makes it an exceptionally versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for applications such as cross-coupling reactions and functional material synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates via Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the naphthalene core provides specific biological activity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for creating electron-transport materials and host materials in the fabrication of advanced display and lighting technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and homogeneous catalysis.
• Material Science Research: A valuable reagent for synthesizing conjugated polymers and organic semiconductors for electronic applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential for methodological studies in organic chemistry and scale-up process development in fine chemical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-2-Iodonaphthalene
CAS No.	90948-03-1
Molecular Formula	C10H6BrI
Molecular Weight	332.96 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Iodo-1-bromonaphthalene; Naphthalene, 1-bromo-2-iodo-; 1-Bromo-2-iodonaphthalene; 1-Bromo-2-iodo-naphthalene; 90948-03-1; 1-Br-2-I-Naphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-2-Iodonaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring stringent material consistency.

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 under appropriate conditions 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

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