Description

(5-Iodo-2-Methoxyphenyl)Acetic Acid is a high-purity iodinated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in providing a versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. This compound is essential for medicinal chemists and process R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a building block for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and molecular recognition.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of advanced organic materials, including liquid crystals and organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing tagged molecules and probes for studying biological pathways and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the global life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5-Iodo-2-Methoxyphenyl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	294860-98-3
Molecular Formula	C9H9IO3
Molecular Weight	292.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(5-Iodo-2-methoxyphenyl)acetic acid; (5-Iodo-2-methoxyphenyl)ethanoic acid; 5-Iodo-2-methoxybenzeneacetic acid; 5-Iodo-o-anisic acid, acetic acid derivative; 2-Methoxy-5-iodophenylacetic acid; 294860-98-3; 5-Iodo-2-methoxyphenylacetic acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of (5-Iodo-2-Methoxyphenyl)Acetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing. We ensure compliance with high-purity standards suitable for research and cGMP starting material applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing purity, identity, and impurity profile data is supplied with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Any single unknown impurity	≤ 0.5%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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