Description

5-Iodo-2-(Methylthio)Benzaldehyde is a versatile halogenated aromatic aldehyde building block, distinguished by its unique iodine and methylthio substituents. This compound is critical for advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures through cross-coupling and functional group transformations. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, where its structure can be incorporated into bioactive molecules.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs or conductive polymers.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis, facilitating novel synthetic methodologies.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes and tags for studying biological processes due to its reactive aldehyde group and heavy atom label.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for exploratory organic synthesis and method development in research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Iodo-2-(Methylthio)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	1289045-54-0
Molecular Formula	C8H7IOS
Molecular Weight	278.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Methylthio)-5-iodobenzaldehyde; 5-Iodo-2-methylthiobenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 5-iodo-2-(methylthio)-; 2-Methylsulfanyl-5-iodobenzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Iodo-2-(Methylthio)Benzaldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry standards for research and development use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation and oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow 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.