Description

3-(4-Iodophenyl)-2-Mercapto-(Z)-2-Propenoic Acid is a specialized iodinated mercaptoacrylic acid derivative, serving as a high-value synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring both a reactive thiol group and an acrylic acid moiety, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for applications in medicinal chemistry and advanced material synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in oncology and anti-inflammatory research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its iodine atom for structural diversity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for functionalized polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the creation of activity-based probes and bioconjugation reagents due to its reactive thiol group.
• Ligand Synthesis: Intermediate for preparing complex ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Iodophenyl)-2-Mercapto-(Z)-2-Propenoic Acid
CAS No.	179528-45-1
Molecular Formula	C9H7IO2S
Molecular Weight	306.12 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-3-(4-Iodophenyl)-2-sulfanylprop-2-enoic acid; 3-(4-Iodophenyl)-2-mercaptoacrylic acid; (Z)-3-(p-Iodophenyl)-2-mercaptoacrylic acid; 2-Mercapto-3-(4-iodophenyl)-2-propenoic acid; 179528-45-1; p-Iodophenylmercaptoacrylic acid; (Z)-2-Mercapto-3-(4-iodophenyl)propenoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-(4-Iodophenyl)-2-Mercapto-(Z)-2-Propenoic Acid adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep away from oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.