Description

2-Iodo-4-Methoxybenzoic Acid is a versatile iodinated aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity of the iodine substituent, which enables efficient cross-coupling reactions and functional group transformations. This 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 specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a halogenated aromatic core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Used in the creation of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Serves as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Stille, and Sonogashira couplings for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for synthesizing complex organic ligands and organocatalysts.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for biochemical and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Iodo-4-Methoxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	54435-09-5
Molecular Formula	C8H7IO3
Molecular Weight	278.05 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methoxy-2-iodobenzoic Acid; 2-Iodo-4-methoxybenzoic acid; 2-Iodo-p-anisic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-iodo-4-methoxy-; 4-Methoxy-2-iodobenzoic acid; 2-Iodo-4-methoxy-benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Iodo-4-Methoxybenzoic Acid is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, and we support customer audits and regulatory documentation 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 heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

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
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

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