Description

4-(4-Iodo-Phenoxy)-Benzoic Acid is a high-purity iodinated aromatic compound that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a benzoic acid and a phenoxy group linked by an iodine atom, makes it an essential intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), liquid crystal materials, and specialized polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) research.
• Liquid Crystal Synthesis: Used as a core building block for creating advanced liquid crystal molecules for display technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent for producing high-performance, specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new herbicides and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive phenoxy moiety.
• Material Science: Utilized in the research and development of organic electronic materials and non-linear optical (NLO) materials.
• Chemical Research: Acts as a standard or reagent in coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Ullmann) for creating complex biaryl structures in academic and industrial R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Iodo-Phenoxy)-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	21120-69-4
Molecular Formula	C13H9IO3
Molecular Weight	340.11 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Iodophenoxy)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-(4-iodophenoxy)-; 4-(p-Iodophenoxy)benzoic acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid, 4'-iodo-4-oxy-; 4'-Iodo-4-biphenylcarboxylic acid; 4-Carboxy-4'-iododiphenyl ether; 4-(4-Iodophenoxy)benzoic acid, 98+%
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(4-Iodo-Phenoxy)-Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.