Description

3,5-Dibromo-2-Iodobenzoic Acid is a halogenated benzoic acid derivative that serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a critical precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for chemists and R&D teams in fine chemical synthesis, material science, and life sciences who require high-purity, structurally defined intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in the development of novel drug candidates with halogenated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the iodine and bromine atoms enable unique modes of action.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers requiring halogenated aromatic units.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions due to the reactive iodine and bromine handles.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Used to develop molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and protein interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dibromo-2-Iodobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	15396-40-4
Molecular Formula	C7H3Br2IO2
Molecular Weight	420.81 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Iodo-3,5-dibromobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3,5-dibromo-2-iodo-; 3,5-Dibromo-2-iodobenzoic acid; 3,5-Dibromo-o-iodobenzoic Acid; 2-Iodo-3,5-dibromobenzoic acid; NSC 403107; AI3-52711
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Dibromo-2-Iodobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for demanding synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a 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	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%
Water Content (KF)	< 0.5%

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