Description

3-Iodophenylacetic Acid is a versatile halogenated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in providing a reactive iodophenyl moiety coupled with a functionalizable acetic acid group, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it serves as a key intermediate for developing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific halogenated aromatic structures.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers with tailored electronic properties.
• Bioconjugation and Probe Synthesis: The iodine atom allows for further functionalization via metal-catalyzed reactions, useful for creating fluorescent probes or bioconjugates.
• Custom Organic Synthesis: A valuable building block for contract research organizations (CROs) and fine chemical companies producing custom compounds for client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Iodophenylacetic Acid
CAS No.	1878-69-9
Molecular Formula	C8H7IO2
Molecular Weight	262.05 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Iodophenyl)acetic Acid; m-Iodophenylacetic Acid; 3-Iodobenzeneacetic Acid; 2-(3-Iodophenyl)acetic Acid; 1878-69-9; NSC 403697; AI3-52090; CCRIS 9351; BRN 2048885; CHEMBL3183452
EINECS	217-522-0

Quality Control

Our 3-Iodophenylacetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for research and industrial synthesis. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures reliable performance and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical processes.

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). The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	118°C - 122°C
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤20 ppm

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