Description

(3-Iodo-4-Methoxyphenyl)Acetic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity iodinated aromatic ester building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators leveraging its iodinated aromatic structure.
• Ligand & Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science: Intermediate in the production of specialty polymers or liquid crystals where the methoxy and iodo substituents modify material properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing tagged molecules or probes for biochemical and cellular imaging studies.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CROs and CDMOs for client-specific custom synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3-Iodo-4-Methoxyphenyl)Acetic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	124840-58-0
Molecular Formula	C10H11IO3
Molecular Weight	306.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (3-iodo-4-methoxyphenyl)acetate; Methyl 2-(3-iodo-4-methoxyphenyl)acetate; (3-Iodo-4-methoxyphenyl)acetic acid methyl ester; 2-(3-Iodo-4-methoxyphenyl)acetic acid methyl ester; Methyl (3-iodo-p-anisyl)acetate; 124840-58-0; Acetic acid, (3-iodo-4-methoxyphenyl)-, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (3-Iodo-4-Methoxyphenyl)Acetic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development. We provide comprehensive analytical data including HPLC purity, NMR, and mass spectrometry confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for every batch upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials. This material is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	<20 ppm
Residual Solvents	Complies with ICH guidelines

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