Description

5-Chloro-2-Iodobenzaldehyde is a versatile halogenated aromatic aldehyde building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both chloro and iodo substituents, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists for applications in cross-coupling reactions and as a precursor for heterocyclic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of novel therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection chemicals.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the production of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for Suzuki, Sonogashira, and other palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions due to the reactive iodine atom.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the synthesis of novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Research: Fundamental reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new organic transformations and methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-2-Iodobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	1001334-22-0
Molecular Formula	C7H4ClIO
Molecular Weight	266.46 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Iodo-5-chlorobenzaldehyde; 5-Chloro-2-iodobenzenecarboxaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 5-chloro-2-iodo-; 5-Chloro-2-iodo-benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-2-Iodobenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

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 heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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