Description

3-Methoxy-4-Iodo-5-Nitro-Benzaldehyde is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique substitution pattern, featuring methoxy, iodo, and nitro groups, makes it a versatile precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications in medicinal chemistry, ligand synthesis, and the development of specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting complex heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides, leveraging its halogen and nitro functionalities for structural diversity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis, where the iodine atom allows for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Employed in the research and development of organic semiconductors, photoactive materials, and non-linear optical (NLO) materials due to its electron-withdrawing nitro group and aromatic core.
• Chemical Biology & Probe Synthesis: Useful for creating molecular probes and tags for biochemical assays, where the aldehyde group provides a convenient handle for bioconjugation.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis, including studies on halogenation, nitration, and formylation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methoxy-4-Iodo-5-Nitro-Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	1021493-53-7
Molecular Formula	C8H6INO4
Molecular Weight	307.05 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Iodo-3-methoxy-5-nitrobenzaldehyde; 5-Nitro-4-iodo-3-methoxybenzaldehyde; 3-Methoxy-4-iodo-5-nitrobenzenecarboxaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-methoxy-4-iodo-5-nitro-; 1021493-53-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Methoxy-4-Iodo-5-Nitro-Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be conducted under appropriate conditions to minimize degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.