Description

3-Iodo-5-Nitrobenzenemethanol is a halogenated nitroaromatic building block of significant synthetic utility. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of complex organic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists working in fine chemical synthesis, medicinal chemistry, and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, especially those requiring halogenated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the nitro and iodo functional groups are critical for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for advanced organic materials, including liquid crystals, organic semiconductors, and photoactive polymers.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The iodine substituent makes it a valuable substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Sonogashira) to form biaryl structures.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and mechanisms.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material in the synthesis of specialized dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Iodo-5-Nitrobenzenemethanol
CAS No.	219589-42-1
Molecular Formula	C7H6INO3
Molecular Weight	279.03 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Iodo-5-nitrophenyl)methanol; 3-Iodo-5-nitrobenzyl alcohol; 1-Iodo-3-(hydroxymethyl)-5-nitrobenzene; Benzenemethanol, 3-iodo-5-nitro-; 5-Nitro-3-iodobenzyl alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Iodo-5-Nitrobenzenemethanol is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each batch, and custom synthesis to meet specific purity or packaging requirements is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.