Description

4-Fluoro-5-Iodo-2-Methyl-Benzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional halogenated benzoic acid derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for complex organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in oncology and CNS drug discovery.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides and pesticides, leveraging its halogenated structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized organic molecules for electronic materials and liquid crystals.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: An essential starting material for custom chemical synthesis and scale-up services.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Used in research laboratories for method development and exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-5-Iodo-2-Methyl-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	1533441-18-7
Molecular Formula	C8H6FIO2
Molecular Weight	280.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-4-fluoro-5-iodobenzoic acid; 5-Iodo-4-fluoro-2-methylbenzoic acid; 4-Fluoro-5-iodo-o-toluic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-fluoro-5-iodo-2-methyl-; 1533441-18-7; 4-Fluoro-5-iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Fluoro-5-Iodo-2-Methyl-Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, supporting your regulatory and process requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed HPLC/GC and NMR data are available for all shipments.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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