CAS No.: 13064-64-7
Product name: 1,4-Dihydroxy-2,5-diiodobenzene
Appearance: White to off-white solid
Purity(HPLC): ≥99%
Molecular formula: C6H4I2O2
Molecular weight: 361.9
Package: In Aluminum foil bag, cartons outside.
Storage: Preserve in a well-closed container and keep in refrigerated environment.
1,4-Dihydroxy-2,5-diiodobenzene is a colorless crystalline solid that is soluble in water. It is a halogenated aromatic compound featuring two hydroxyl groups and two iodine atoms as functional groups. It is stable in air but susceptible to thermal and photochemical degradation. 1,4-Dihydroxy-2,5-diiodobenzene serves as a reagent and intermediate in organic synthesis. Its unique reactivity enables its use in synthesizing organic heterocyclic compounds and in continuous flow reactions.
Additionally, 1,4-Dihydroxy-2,5-diiodobenzene functions as a flame retardant in dyes, coatings, and polymer materials.