Description

1-(2-Iodo-4-Methylphenyl)Ethanone is a specialized aromatic ketone derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogenated structure makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for chemists and R&D teams in the fine chemical, life sciences, and material science industries who require high-purity, reliable intermediates for their development pipelines.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds requiring halogenated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the iodo-methylphenyl group imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including halogenation and functional group transformation research.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Iodo-4-Methylphenyl)Ethanone
CAS No.	52107-83-2
Molecular Formula	C9H9IO
Molecular Weight	260.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2'-Iodo-4'-methylacetophenone; 1-Acetyl-2-iodo-4-methylbenzene; 2-Iodo-4-methylacetophenone; 4-Methyl-2-iodoacetophenone; (2-Iodo-4-methylphenyl)ethan-1-one; Ethanone, 1-(2-iodo-4-methylphenyl)-; o-Iodo-p-methylacetophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Iodo-4-Methylphenyl)Ethanone is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and industrial synthesis. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the rigorous standards demanded by the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities < 2.0%

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