Description

2-Hydroxy-5-Iodobenzyl Alcohol is a versatile iodinated phenolic compound that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl and a benzylic alcohol group ortho to an iodine atom, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting thyroid hormone analogs, antimicrobial agents, and radiopharmaceuticals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the iodine moiety can be leveraged for further functionalization or as a leaving group in cross-coupling reactions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands for metal catalysis and molecular recognition applications.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of functionalized polymers and advanced organic materials that require halogenated phenolic components.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development in organic synthesis, including Suzuki-Miyaura and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Diagnostic Agent Development: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of contrast agents or probes for imaging technologies due to the presence of iodine.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-5-Iodobenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	14056-07-6
Molecular Formula	C7H7IO2
Molecular Weight	250.04 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Iodo-2-hydroxybenzyl alcohol; (5-Iodo-2-hydroxyphenyl)methanol; 2-Hydroxy-5-iodobenzenemethanol; 5-Iodosalicyl alcohol; 2-Hydroxy-5-iodo-benzylalcohol; 14056-07-6; AI3-52800
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-5-Iodobenzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every shipment upon request, detailing all critical quality parameters.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled and stored away from direct light exposure to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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