Description

4-Iodo-5-Methyl-2-(1-Methylethyl)Phenol is a halogenated phenolic compound with a distinctive molecular structure that serves as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to act as a key building block for creating more complex molecules, particularly in the development of specialized fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This product is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to introduce specific steric and electronic properties into their target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring halogenated phenolic motifs for bioactivity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where its structure can contribute to product efficacy.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new organic reactions, such as cross-coupling reactions.
• Ligand Precursor: Can be utilized to synthesize complex ligands for catalysis and coordination chemistry applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Iodo-5-Methyl-2-(1-Methylethyl)Phenol
CAS No.	2364-44-5
Molecular Formula	C10H13IO
Molecular Weight	276.12 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Iodo-5-methyl-2-isopropylphenol; 2-Isopropyl-4-iodo-5-methylphenol; Thymol, 4-iodo-; 4-Iodothymol; Phenol, 4-iodo-5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-; 5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-4-iodophenol
EINECS	219-119-3

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Iodo-5-Methyl-2-(1-Methylethyl)Phenol adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. Each lot is characterized and tested to confirm identity, purity, and the absence of critical impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize headspace in opened containers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

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