Description

15-(4-Iodophenyl)-3-Methylpentadecanoic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically derived iodinated fatty acid derivative. This compound is a valuable specialty chemical intermediate for advanced research and pharmaceutical development. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical synthesis laboratories for the creation of novel bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research targeting metabolic and inflammatory pathways.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a precursor or standard in studies involving lipid metabolism, enzyme inhibition, and receptor binding assays.
• Radiopharmaceutical Precursor: The iodine atom provides a potential site for radioiodination (e.g., I-125, I-131) for developing diagnostic or therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a specialized intermediate for synthesizing complex organic molecules, including liquid crystals and advanced materials.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	15-(4-Iodophenyl)-3-Methylpentadecanoic Acid
CAS No.	116754-87-1
Molecular Formula	C22H35IO2
Molecular Weight	458.42 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-15-(4-iodophenyl)pentadecanoic Acid; 15-(p-Iodophenyl)-3-methylpentadecanoic Acid; 15-(4-Iodophenyl)-3-methyl-pentadecansäure (German); Acide 15-(4-iodophényl)-3-méthylpentadécanoïque (French); 116754-87-1; 15-(4-Iodophenyl)-3-methylpentadecanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 15-(4-Iodophenyl)-3-Methylpentadecanoic Acid adheres to stringent quality protocols. Each batch is characterized and tested to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (HPLC), related substances, and identification are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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