Description

2-Iodoanisole is a versatile halogenated aromatic ether, serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the iodine atom's reactivity, which facilitates efficient cross-coupling reactions and functional group transformations. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors, where it is used to construct complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring aryl-iodide motifs in Suzuki, Stille, or Ullmann coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where its structure can be incorporated into bioactive molecules.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized aromatic compounds used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis and polymerization processes.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of complex dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A standard reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and cross-coupling reaction research.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Iodoanisole
CAS No.	529-28-2
Molecular Formula	C7H7IO
Molecular Weight	234.04 g/mol
Synonyms	o-Iodoanisole; 1-Iodo-2-methoxybenzene; 2-Methoxyiodobenzene; ortho-Iodoanisole; Iodomethoxybenzene; 2-Iodophenyl methyl ether; Methyl 2-iodophenyl ether
EINECS	208-464-8

Quality Control

Our 2-Iodoanisole is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.80 - 1.85
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.620 - 1.625

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