Description

5-Chloro-2-Iodophenol is a halogenated phenol derivative that serves as a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both chloro and iodo substituents on the phenolic ring, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring halogenated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the phenol core is functionalized.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its halogenated aromatic structure.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile starting material or coupling partner in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) for creating complex biaryl structures.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of specialized halogenated dyes and pigments.
• Ligand Synthesis: Useful for preparing chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-2-Iodophenol
CAS No.	136808-72-5
Molecular Formula	C6H4ClIO
Molecular Weight	254.45 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Iodo-5-chlorophenol; 5-Chloro-2-iodo-phenol; Phenol, 5-chloro-2-iodo-; 2-Hydroxy-4-chloroiodobenzene; 4-Chloro-2-hydroxyiodobenzene; 5-Chloro-2-iodophen-1-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-2-Iodophenol is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and synthesis applications. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.