Description

2-Hydroxy-5-Iodo-Benzaldehyde is a halogenated aromatic aldehyde derivative that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl group and an aldehyde function on an iodinated benzene ring, makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for thyroid hormone analogs and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the iodine atom for specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, dyes, and photoactive compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental building block for academic and industrial R&D exploring new organic reactions and heterocyclic compounds.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex fine chemicals and specialty reagents.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-5-Iodo-Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	1761-62-2
Molecular Formula	C7H5IO2
Molecular Weight	248.02 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Iodosalicylaldehyde; 5-Iodo-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 2-Hydroxy-5-iodobenzaldehyde; Salicylaldehyde, 5-iodo-; 5-Iodo-2-formylphenol; 5-Iodosalicylal; 5-Iodosalicylaldehyde; 2-Formyl-4-iodophenol
EINECS	217-179-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-5-Iodo-Benzaldehyde is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are provided and available upon request, supporting compliance in regulated research and production environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber glass or opaque to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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