Description

Ethyl 2-Iodobenzoate is an important aromatic ester building block used extensively in organic synthesis. Its value lies in the reactivity of the iodine substituent, which enables key cross-coupling reactions to construct complex molecular frameworks. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) via Suzuki, Stille, or other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides by providing a versatile halogenated aromatic core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers where a functionalized benzoate moiety is required.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and for constructing complex natural product analogs.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of dyes, fragrances, and other specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Iodobenzoate
CAS No.	39252-69-2
Molecular Formula	C9H9IO2
Molecular Weight	276.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Iodobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl o-Iodobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-iodo-, ethyl ester; o-Iodobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 2-Iodobenzenecarboxylate; Ethyl ortho-Iodobenzoate; AI3-15300; NSC 404083
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Iodobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee consistency and support your regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤0.5%; Total impurities ≤2.0%

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