Description

2-Chloro-5-Iodo-Benzoyl Chloride is a versatile and highly reactive aromatic acid chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of halogen substituents, which enable selective functionalization and the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting specific receptors or enzymes.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to create advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Serves as a building block for halogenated aromatic cores in electronic and display materials.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the production of specialty polymers and high-performance resins.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The iodine moiety makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki and Sonogashira couplings.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating custom chemical libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-5-Iodo-Benzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	281652-58-2
Molecular Formula	C7H3Cl2IO
Molecular Weight	300.91 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Iodo-2-Chlorobenzoyl Chloride; 2-Chloro-5-iodobenzoic acid chloride; Benzoic acid, 2-chloro-5-iodo-, chloride; 2-Chloro-5-iodobenzoyl chloride; (2-Chloro-5-iodophenyl)(chloro)methanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-5-Iodo-Benzoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic and strong acid/organic solvent nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture and stored separately from bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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