Description

4-Hydroxy-3-Iodo-5-Methoxybenzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetically valuable iodinated benzoic acid derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring iodinated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used in coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Sonogashira cross-couplings, to introduce functionalized aromatic groups.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive for creating specialized polymers with unique electronic or optical properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-3-Iodo-5-Methoxybenzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	281191-65-9
Molecular Formula	C9H9IO4
Molecular Weight	308.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-Hydroxy-3-Iodo-5-Methoxybenzoate; 3-Iodo-5-Methoxy-4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-hydroxy-3-iodo-5-methoxy-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-iodo-5-methoxysalicylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-3-Iodo-5-Methoxybenzoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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