Description

3,4-Dihydroxy-5-Iodobenzaldehyde is a versatile iodinated benzaldehyde derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both aldehyde and phenolic hydroxyl groups ortho to an iodine atom, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for thyroid hormone analogs, enzyme inhibitors, and receptor ligands.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the iodine moiety for enhanced bioactivity.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Used in the preparation of functional organic molecules for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), sensors, and liquid crystals.
• Chemical Synthesis & Catalysis: Serves as a versatile starting material for Suzuki-Miyaura and other cross-coupling reactions to create complex biaryl structures.
• Ligand & Chelator Development: Useful for synthesizing novel chelating agents and ligands for metal catalysis and medical imaging applications.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: High-purity reference standard and reagent for method development and exploratory chemistry in research institutions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3,4-Dihydroxy-5-Iodobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	54246-05-8
Molecular Formula	C7H5IO3
Molecular Weight	263.02 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Iodoprotocatechualdehyde; 5-Iodo-3,4-dihydroxybenzaldehyde; Protocatechualdehyde, 5-iodo-; 3,4-Dihydroxy-5-iodobenzaldehyde; 5-Iodoveratraldehyde (related); AI3-28455; NSC 403697
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3,4-Dihydroxy-5-Iodobenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure product integrity and traceability. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles by HPLC, NMR, and IR are available for all shipments. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and development as well as scale-up production.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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