Description

2-Iodobenzene-1,3-Dicarboxylic Acid is a high-purity iodinated aromatic dicarboxylic acid building block, valued for its unique halogen-substituted benzene core that enables selective functionalization in complex syntheses. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers developing advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where precise molecular architecture is critical. Its primary applications are found in pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical synthesis, and the production of specialty polymers and liquid crystals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring halogenated aromatic motifs for bioactivity or further cross-coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging the iodine atom for structural diversity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for iodinated aromatic cores in advanced electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into specialty polymers to alter physical properties, thermal stability, or introduce sites for further chemical modification.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories to study new catalytic cycles, such as C-H activation and cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck).
• Coordination Chemistry Ligand: The dicarboxylic acid groups can act as chelating agents for metal ions, useful in creating metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or catalysts.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Iodobenzene-1,3-Dicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	2902-65-0
Molecular Formula	C8H5IO4
Molecular Weight	292.03 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Iodoisophthalic Acid; 5-Iodoisophthalic Acid; 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 2-iodo-; Isophthalic acid, 2-iodo-; 2-Carboxy-6-iodobenzoic acid; 5-Carboxy-3-iodobenzoic acid; 2902-65-0; AI3-52098
EINECS	220-826-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Iodobenzene-1,3-Dicarboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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