Description

Methyl 4-Ethyl-3-Iodobenzoate is a high-purity, synthetically valuable iodinated aromatic ester. This compound serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing complex aromatic or heterocyclic systems.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the iodine atom for further functionalization.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialty polymers and liquid crystals.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) due to the reactive iodine substituent, enabling efficient carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for method development and the exploration of new synthetic pathways.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Methyl 4-Ethyl-3-Iodobenzoate
CAS No.	51885-91-7
Molecular Formula	C10H11IO2
Molecular Weight	290.10 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Iodo-4-ethylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-iodo-4-ethylbenzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-ethyl-3-iodo-, methyl ester; 4-Ethyl-3-iodobenzoic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 4-Ethyl-3-Iodobenzoate adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Every lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	<10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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