CAS 1261737-24-9

1-Chloro-4-(difluoromethyl)-2-iodobenzene

Description:

1-Chloro-4-(difluoromethyl)-2-iodobenzene is an organic compound characterized by its aromatic structure, which includes a benzene ring substituted with a chlorine atom, a difluoromethyl group, and an iodine atom. The presence of both halogen substituents—chlorine and iodine—along with the difluoromethyl group contributes to its unique chemical reactivity and physical properties. This compound is likely to exhibit moderate polarity due to the electronegative halogens, influencing its solubility in various solvents. The difluoromethyl group can enhance the compound's lipophilicity, making it potentially useful in medicinal chemistry and agrochemical applications. Additionally, the presence of multiple halogens may impart interesting electronic properties, affecting its behavior in reactions such as nucleophilic substitutions or electrophilic aromatic substitutions. Safety and handling considerations are essential due to the toxicity associated with halogenated compounds, and appropriate precautions should be taken when working with this substance in a laboratory setting.

Formula: C₇H₄ClF₂I

InChI: InChI=1S/C7H4ClF2I/c8-5-2-1-4(7(9)10)3-6(5)11/h1-3,7H

InChI key: InChIKey=QWPXJVKRVSKDPE-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(F)(F)C1=CC(I)=C(Cl)C=C1

Synonyms:

• Benzene, 1-chloro-4-(difluoromethyl)-2-iodo-
• 1-Chloro-4-(difluoromethyl)-2-iodobenzene