Description

5-Iodoisophthalic Acid is a high-purity aromatic dicarboxylic acid derivative, valued as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both carboxylic acid groups and an iodine substituent, makes it an essential precursor for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and materials science research. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring precise molecular architecture.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those with complex aromatic cores.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare sophisticated ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing high-performance polymers and polyamides with specific functional properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Intermediate in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Precursor for organic electronic materials, such as those used in OLEDs and semiconductors.
• Chemical Biology: Useful for synthesizing probes and tags for bioconjugation and imaging studies.
• Custom Synthesis: Employed in contract research and manufacturing (CRO/CMO) for bespoke chemical development projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Iodoisophthalic Acid
CAS No.	51839-16-8
Molecular Formula	C8H5IO4
Molecular Weight	292.03 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Iodo-1,3-benzenedicarboxylic Acid; Isophthalic Acid, 5-iodo-; 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 5-iodo-; 5-Carboxy-3-iodobenzoic Acid; 3-Iodobenzene-1,5-dicarboxylic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Iodoisophthalic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.