CAS Number: 591-50-4
EC Number: 209-719-6
MDL: MFCD00001029
Beilstein: 1446140
MF: C6H5I
MW: 204.01
MOQ: 5kg
Minimum Purity: 98%
Pubchem: 11575
InChi Key: SNHMUERNLJLMHN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChi: 1S/C6H5I/c7-6-4-2-1-3-5-6/h1-5H
SMILES: C1=CC=C(C=C1)I
Iodobenzene (CAS 591-50-4) is one of the most reactive aryl halides in synthetic chemistry. The relatively weak carbon-iodine bond makes it a preferred substrate in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, where selectivity and purity directly impact the integrity of the final product. Iofina’s fully vertical production model delivers the quality, consistency and precision these applications demand.
Iodobenzene is an aromatic organoiodine compound with the molecular formula C6H5I and a molecular weight of 204.01 g/mol. It consists of a benzene ring with a single iodine substituent and appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a boiling point of 188° Celsius. Unlike its chloro- and bromo-analogs, the lower bond energy of the carbon-iodine bond gives iodobenzene significantly greater reactivity for a broad range of synthetic transformations.
Also known as phenyl iodide, iodobenzene is insoluble in water but miscible with ethanol, chloroform and ether. It is light-sensitive and should be stored below 30°C in a cool, dry environment, away from direct light.
The unique reactivity of iodobenzene makes it a versatile reagent across multiple industries and research disciplines. Specific applications include:
Established in 1983, Iofina Chemical has spent decades building the expertise in halogen-based specialty chemicals required for the manufacturing of complex iodine derivatives. As a fully integrated producer, we control the entire supply chain, from brine extraction and iodine isolation to crystallization and derivative manufacturing. That level of control gives customers consistent product quality, pricing stability and reliable supply without the uncertainty of third-party sourcing.
Using proprietary WET® IOsorb® technology, Iofina Resources isolates iodine directly from produced water brine streams at existing oil and gas operations in Oklahoma. Rather than extracting from the earth through destructive methods, this process captures iodine that would otherwise be wasted while returning the treated water to the well. This approach is among the most environmentally responsible iodine extraction methods in the industry.
ISO 9001 certification, ChemStewards certification and membership in the Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates® reflect our commitment to superior quality.
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