Description

2-Iodo-4-Methylbenzoic Acid is a halogenated aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its dual functional groups, which allow for selective chemical transformations, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications such as catalyst development and the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for labeling and modifying biomolecules in research due to the reactivity of the iodine moiety.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical raw material for fine chemical manufacturers offering bespoke synthesis services to various industries.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Iodo-4-Methylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1829-21-6
Molecular Formula	C8H7IO2
Molecular Weight	262.05 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-2-iodobenzoic Acid; 2-Iodo-p-toluic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-iodo-4-methyl-; 2-Iodo-4-methylbenzoic acid; 2-Iodo-4-toluic acid; o-Iodo-p-toluic acid; 4-Methyl-o-iodobenzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Iodo-4-Methylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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