Description

3-Iodo-4-Hydroxybenzonitrile is a halogenated aromatic nitrile compound that serves as a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring both an iodine atom and a hydroxyl group on the benzonitrile core, makes it a key building block for constructing more complex molecules in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments engaged in pharmaceutical development, agrochemical research, and the creation of specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific receptors or enzymes.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive scaffold.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organic synthesis.
• Material Science: A building block for advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials requiring halogenated aromatic units.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological processes and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to fine chemical companies for use in multi-step custom synthesis projects for clients.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Iodo-4-Hydroxybenzonitrile
CAS No.	2296-23-3
Molecular Formula	C7H4INO
Molecular Weight	244.02 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-3-iodobenzonitrile; 3-Iodo-4-hydroxybenzonitrile; 3-Iodo-4-cyanophenol; 4-Cyano-2-iodophenol; Benzonitrile, 3-iodo-4-hydroxy-; 2-Iodo-4-cyanophenol; 2296-23-3; 3-Iodo-4-hydroxy-benzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Iodo-4-Hydroxybenzonitrile is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. 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. We can support development projects with analytical method development and validation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and strong bases. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.