Description

2-Iodo-5-Trifluoromethyl-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-value, multi-functional chemical building block designed for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is particularly significant for its trifluoromethyl and iodo substituents, which are crucial for modulating the electronic properties, lipophilicity, and metabolic stability of target molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated aromatic compounds for electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The iodine atom makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Sonogashira) to construct complex biaryl systems.
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: An important reagent for studying structure-activity relationships (SAR) and introducing fluorine motifs into molecular scaffolds.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for custom synthesis projects and scale-up campaigns.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Iodo-5-Trifluoromethyl-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1261678-48-1
Molecular Formula	C9H6F3IO2
Molecular Weight	330.05 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-Iodo-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-iodo-5-(trifluoromethyl)-, methyl ester; 2-Iodo-α,α,α-trifluoro-m-toluic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-iodo-α,α,α-trifluoro-m-toluate; 2-Iodo-5-trifluoromethylbenzoic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Iodo-5-Trifluoromethyl-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and consistency for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project specifications.

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. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

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