Description

Methyl 4-(2-Iodoethyl)Benzoate is a high-purity, specialized organic building block featuring a benzoate ester core with a reactive iodoethyl side chain. This compound matters as a versatile intermediate for constructing more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and advanced material science. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and liquid crystal industries for applications such as cross-coupling reactions and the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

This chemical serves as a critical intermediate in various synthetic pathways. Key application areas include:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those requiring aryl-alkyl coupling via the iodine moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of advanced organic materials, including liquid crystals and polymers.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Serves as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Heck, Suzuki, and Negishi couplings for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and constructing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-(2-Iodoethyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	1065269-88-6
Molecular Formula	C10H11IO2
Molecular Weight	290.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-(2-iodoethyl)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-(2-iodoethyl)-, methyl ester; 4-(2-Iodoethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl p-(2-iodoethyl)benzoate; Methyl 4-(2-iodoethyl)benzoate (CAS 1065269-88-6)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-(2-Iodoethyl)Benzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be amber-colored or stored in a dark environment. 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
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.