Description

Pentanoic Acid,5-Iodo-, Methyl Ester is a specialized organic iodide ester with significant utility as a versatile chemical intermediate. This compound is valued for its reactive iodine atom and ester functionality, enabling precise synthetic modifications in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel compounds and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug candidates, particularly where iodine incorporation is required.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and as a precursor for other functionalized pentanoate derivatives in research and development.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Acts as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentanoic Acid,5-Iodo-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	14273-88-2
Molecular Formula	C6H11IO2
Molecular Weight	242.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-Iodopentanoate; 5-Iodopentanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 5-Iodovalerate; 5-Iodovaleric Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl δ-Iodovalerate; Iodovaleric Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl Pentanoate, 5-Iodo-; 14273-88-2
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Quality Control

Our Pentanoic Acid,5-Iodo-, Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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