Description

2-Hydroxy-4-Iodo-Benzaldehyde is a halogenated aromatic aldehyde derivative that serves as a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both an aldehyde and a phenolic hydroxyl group ortho to an iodine atom, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for the development of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for molecules requiring halogenated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Building block for synthesizing charge-transport materials and organic semiconductors.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of specialized colorants and imaging agents.
• Academic and R&D: Used in research laboratories for methodological studies and the exploration of new chemical reactions, such as Suzuki-Miyaura cross-couplings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-4-Iodo-Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	38170-02-4
Molecular Formula	C7H5IO2
Molecular Weight	248.02 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Iodo-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 2-Hydroxy-4-iodobenzaldehyde; 4-Iodosalicylaldehyde; Salicylaldehyde, 4-iodo-; 2-Hydroxy-4-iodobenzenecarboxaldehyde; 4-Iodo-2-formylphenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-4-Iodo-Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and residual solvent analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each batch, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring regulatory compliance in research and development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

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	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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