Description

2-Fluoro-4-Iodobenzoic Acid is a halogenated benzoic acid derivative that serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring both fluorine and iodine substituents, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules in advanced research and development. This compound is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications in medicinal chemistry, ligand synthesis, and the development of functional organic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting various disease pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes and tags for imaging and diagnostic applications due to the presence of the iodine atom.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring specific halogenated aromatic frameworks.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Fluoro-4-Iodobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	124700-40-9
Molecular Formula	C7H4FIO2
Molecular Weight	266.01 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Iodo-2-fluorobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-fluoro-4-iodo-; 2-Fluoro-4-iodobenzoic acid; 124700-40-9; 2-F-4-I-BA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Fluoro-4-Iodobenzoic Acid is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements of your research or production process. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment, and custom specifications can be developed to support regulatory filings.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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