Description

4-Hydroxy-3-Iodo-5-Nitro-Phenylacetic Acid is a specialized iodinated and nitrated phenylacetic acid derivative, serving as a valuable multi-functional synthetic intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring halogen, nitro, and carboxylic acid functional groups, makes it a critical building block for the development of complex organic molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications such as API synthesis and ligand development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific enzyme inhibition or receptor modulation.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogen and nitro substituents for bioactivity.
• Chemical Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile starting material for creating more complex heterocyclic compounds or functionalized aromatic systems in organic chemistry R&D.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Potential use in designing novel ligands for metal catalysis or in materials science for creating functional organic frameworks.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Can be employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where iodine and nitro groups influence color and lightfastness properties.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling reactions and functional group transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-3-Iodo-5-Nitro-Phenylacetic Acid
CAS No.	2646-51-7
Molecular Formula	C8H6INO5
Molecular Weight	323.05 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Iodo-4-hydroxy-5-nitrophenylacetic acid; (4-Hydroxy-3-iodo-5-nitrophenyl)acetic acid; 2-(4-Hydroxy-3-iodo-5-nitrophenyl)acetic acid; 4-Hydroxy-3-iodo-5-nitrophenylacetic acid; 2-(3-Iodo-4-hydroxy-5-nitrophenyl)acetic acid; NSC 403697; Phenylacetic acid, 4-hydroxy-3-iodo-5-nitro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-3-Iodo-5-Nitro-Phenylacetic Acid is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Standard specifications are verified by methods including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, detailing all relevant quality parameters. We support custom purity requirements for research and development projects.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber or opaque.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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