Description

2-Iodocinnamic Acid is a halogenated cinnamic acid derivative characterized by an iodine substituent on the aromatic ring. This compound serves as a versatile building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its ability to participate in cross-coupling reactions and other transformations. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting inflammation and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Building block for synthesizing specialized monomers and polymers with unique optical or electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Heck coupling, Suzuki-Miyaura coupling, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Ligand Synthesis: Intermediate for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing labeled compounds or probes for studying biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Iodocinnamic Acid
CAS No.	1643-34-1
Molecular Formula	C9H7IO2
Molecular Weight	274.06 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-3-(2-Iodophenyl)acrylic acid; 2-Iodocinnameic Acid; trans-2-Iodocinnamic Acid; (E)-3-(2-Iodophenyl)-2-propenoic Acid; β-(2-Iodophenyl)acrylic Acid; 2-Iodobenzeneacrylic Acid; NSC 403697
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Quality Control

Our 2-Iodocinnamic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	185 - 190 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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