pdiiodobenzene

pDiiodobenzene is an organic compound with the chemical formula C6H4I2. It is one of three isomers of diiodobenzene, with the iodine atoms located at positions 1 and 4 on the benzene ring. It is also known as 1,4-diiodobenzene. This compound typically appears as a white crystalline solid.

pDiiodobenzene is primarily used as a building block in organic synthesis. The iodine atoms are relatively reactive and can be replaced in various chemical reactions, such as cross-coupling reactions like Suzuki or Sonogashira couplings. These reactions are important for creating more complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and materials. It can also be used in the synthesis of other organometallic compounds.

The synthesis of pDiiodobenzene can be achieved through several methods, often involving the direct iodination of benzene or aniline derivatives followed by diazotization and iodination. Its properties, such as melting point and solubility, are well-documented and are important for its purification and handling in laboratory settings. Due to its role as an intermediate, it is not typically found in consumer products.