Description

3-Hydroxy-2-Iodo-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a specialized halogenated aromatic ester that serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both an iodine substituent and a phenolic hydroxyl group, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications such as cross-coupling reactions and the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for use in Suzuki-Miyaura and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with unique modes of action.
• Material Science: Used in the research and development of advanced organic materials, including liquid crystals and organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Synthesis: Versatile reagent for introducing iodine and methoxycarbonyl functional groups into complex aromatic systems.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Serves as a standard or starting material for methodological studies in organic synthesis and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxy-2-Iodo-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1823056-63-8
Molecular Formula	C8H7IO3
Molecular Weight	278.05 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-Hydroxy-2-iodobenzoate; 2-Iodo-3-hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 3-hydroxy-2-iodo-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-iodo-3-hydroxybenzoate; 3-Hydroxy-2-iodobenzoic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxy-2-Iodo-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and NMR for structural confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture and atmospheric contaminants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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