Description

5-Iodophthalide is a versatile and high-value iodinated organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure makes it a critical building block for the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. This compound is essential for research and production chemists seeking to introduce iodine or phthalide-based functionalities into target molecules with precision.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring iodinated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for electron-transport materials and host materials in OLED device fabrication.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Intermediate for synthesizing iodinated compounds used in liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the production of specialized dyes and colorants.
• Academic and R&D: Valuable reagent in organic chemistry research for cross-coupling reactions and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Material Science: Used in the synthesis of polymers and advanced materials with specific optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Iodophthalide
CAS No.	41284-92-8
Molecular Formula	C8H5IO2
Molecular Weight	260.03 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Iodo-1(3H)-isobenzofuranone; 5-Iodoisobenzofuran-1(3H)-one; 5-Iodo-3H-isobenzofuran-1-one; 1(3H)-Isobenzofuranone, 5-iodo-; 5-IODOPHTHALAN-1-ONE; 5-Iodophthalanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Iodophthalide is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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