Description

6-Fluoro-3-Iodo-2-Methylbenzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional halogenated benzoic acid derivative designed for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and building block for the development of novel active ingredients. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to introduce specific fluorine and iodine substituents into complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine and iodine atoms can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science: A monomer or modifier in the synthesis of advanced polymers and liquid crystals with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Chemical Biology: Employed as a probe or tag in bioconjugation chemistry and the development of molecular imaging agents.
• Custom Synthesis: A versatile starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs performing bespoke synthesis for client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Fluoro-3-Iodo-2-Methylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1149379-03-2
Molecular Formula	C8H6FIO2
Molecular Weight	280.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-6-fluoro-3-iodobenzoic Acid; 3-Iodo-6-fluoro-2-methylbenzoic Acid; 6-Fluoro-3-iodo-o-toluic Acid; Benzoic acid, 6-fluoro-3-iodo-2-methyl-; 1149379-03-2; 6-Fluoro-3-iodo-2-methyl-benzoic acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Fluoro-3-Iodo-2-Methylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system and undergoes rigorous analytical testing. We guarantee high purity and batch-to-batch consistency to meet the exacting standards of research and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation from moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤3.0%

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