Description

3-Iodopropionic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile alkylating agent and a key synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry. Its value lies in its reactivity, enabling the efficient introduction of the 3-iodopropionate moiety into target molecules for further functionalization. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to build complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a functionalized propionate chain.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that incorporate halogenated ester functionalities.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as an alkylating agent in C-C bond formation reactions, such as nucleophilic substitution and coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers and liquid crystals where the iodo-ester group acts as a reactive handle.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Useful for modifying biomolecules (e.g., peptides, proteins) by reacting with nucleophilic side chains like thiols.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of dyes, fragrances, and other specialty organic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Iodopropionic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	5029-66-3
Molecular Formula	C4H7IO2
Molecular Weight	214.00 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-iodopropionate; 3-Iodopropanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl β-iodopropionate; β-Iodopropionic acid methyl ester; Propanoic acid, 3-iodo-, methyl ester; Iodopropionic acid methyl ester
EINECS	225-710-4

Quality Control

Our 3-Iodopropionic Acid Methyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity	1.80 - 1.90 g/mL @ 20°C

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