Description

2-Bromo-4-Iodobenzoic Acid is a high-purity halogenated benzoic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine and iodine substituents, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for chemists and manufacturers in the life sciences and fine chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for drug discovery and material science applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in the development of novel therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its halogenated structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and liquid crystals due to its aromatic and halogenated properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl structures.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-Iodobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	28547-29-7
Molecular Formula	C7H4BrIO2
Molecular Weight	326.92 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-4-iodo-; 4-Iodo-2-bromobenzoic acid; 2-Bromo-4-iodobenzenecarboxylic acid; NSC 403119; AI3-52700; BRN 2090315; 28547-29-7; 2-Br-4-I-C6H3-COOH
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4-Iodobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and production. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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.