Description

3,5-Dichloro-2-Iodo-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, multi-halogenated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogen substitution pattern makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on novel active ingredients, where it serves as a key intermediate for cross-coupling reactions and further functionalization.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially in medicinal chemistry programs targeting new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or precursor for synthesizing specialized polymers and liquid crystals with unique electronic or optical properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and Sonogashira couplings due to the presence of the iodine atom, enabling efficient carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for method development and as a standard reagent in halogenation and esterification studies.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Used to synthesize complex chelating ligands or organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dichloro-2-Iodo-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1363845-32-2
Molecular Formula	C8H5Cl2IO2
Molecular Weight	330.94 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3,5-Dichloro-2-iodobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3,5-dichloro-2-iodo-, methyl ester; 3,5-Dichloro-2-iodobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3,5-dichloro-2-iodobenzoate; 2-Iodo-3,5-dichlorobenzoic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3,5-Dichloro-2-Iodo-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical research and development. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area 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%
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.