Description

3-Formyl-5-Iodo-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile aromatic building block featuring both an aldehyde and an ester functional group. This compound is valued for its dual reactivity, enabling its use as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules. It is primarily sought by research chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting iodine-containing molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the iodine moiety is critical for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create tagged molecules for studying biological processes and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical raw material for custom synthesis houses serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Formyl-5-Iodo-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	177735-27-2
Molecular Formula	C9H7IO3
Molecular Weight	290.06 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Iodo-3-formylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-iodo-3-formylbenzoate; 3-Formyl-5-iodobenzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 3-formyl-5-iodo-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-formyl-5-iodobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-Formyl-5-Iodo-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester adheres to stringent in-process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Every lot is fully characterized and tested against established specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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