Description

3-Iodocinnamic Acid is a halogenated cinnamic acid derivative, a versatile and valuable building block in synthetic organic chemistry. Its core value lies in its iodine substituent, which serves as an excellent handle for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions, enabling the synthesis of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in synthesizing potential drug candidates, especially those targeting inflammation or cancer.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials due to its rigid, conjugated structure.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The iodine atom is pivotal in Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions to form new carbon-carbon bonds.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design of molecular probes and tags for studying biological processes.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Incorporated into polymer backbones to impart specific properties like UV absorption or altered solubility.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Iodocinnamic Acid
CAS No.	41070-12-6
Molecular Formula	C9H7IO2
Molecular Weight	274.06 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-3-(3-Iodophenyl)acrylic acid; 3-Iodocinnamic Acid; trans-3-Iodocinnamic Acid; (E)-3-(3-Iodophenyl)-2-propenoic Acid; 3-Iodobenzeneacrylic Acid; m-Iodocinnamic Acid; 3-Iodo-trans-cinnamic Acid; β-(3-Iodophenyl)acrylic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-Iodocinnamic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	205 - 210 °C
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.