Description

Benzoic Acid, 2-Fluoro-4-Iodo-3-Methyl- is a high-value, multi-substituted benzoic acid derivative designed for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile and highly functionalized building block, offering precise reactivity for constructing complex molecular architectures. Pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material research laboratories need it for developing new active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for fluorinated and iodinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging the unique properties of fluorine and iodine substituents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers where specific halogen substitution patterns are required.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a building block for creating molecular probes and tags for imaging and diagnostic applications.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: An essential starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring regioselectively halogenated benzoic acid frameworks.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 2-Fluoro-4-Iodo-3-Methyl-
CAS No.	2385854-43-1
Molecular Formula	C8H6FIO2
Molecular Weight	280.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-4-iodo-3-methylbenzoic acid; 3-Methyl-2-fluoro-4-iodobenzoic acid; 4-Iodo-2-fluoro-3-methylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-fluoro-4-iodo-3-methyl-; 2385854-43-1; 2-Fluoro-4-iodo-3-methyl-benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid, 2-Fluoro-4-Iodo-3-Methyl- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides. The container must be kept tightly closed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines
Water Content (KF)	< 0.5%

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