Description

4-Iodo-3-Methylbenzoic Acid is a versatile halogenated benzoic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic placement of iodine and methyl groups on the aromatic ring, making it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for applications such as drug discovery and ligand development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring halogenated aromatic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of novel ligands for transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Sonogashira couplings, due to the reactive iodine moiety.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the multi-step synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Iodo-3-Methylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	52107-87-6
Molecular Formula	C8H7IO2
Molecular Weight	262.05 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-4-iodobenzoic Acid; 4-Iodo-m-toluic Acid; 4-Iodo-3-methylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-iodo-3-methyl-; 52107-87-6
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Iodo-3-Methylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
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.