Description

2-Iodo-6-Methylbenzoic Acid is a valuable halogenated benzoic acid derivative, serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both an iodine substituent and a carboxylic acid group, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drug discovery programs targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive iodine site for further functionalization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and transition metal catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers where its aromatic-iodo structure can be incorporated into larger conjugated systems.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a building block for synthesizing molecular probes and tags used in biochemical assays and diagnostic research.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to fine chemical companies for use in custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes under cGMP conditions where applicable.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Iodo-6-Methylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	54811-50-6
Molecular Formula	C8H7IO2
Molecular Weight	262.05 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methyl-2-iodobenzoic Acid; 2-Iodo-6-methylbenzoic acid; 2-Iodo-6-toluic Acid; o-Iodo-m-toluic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-iodo-6-methyl-; 54811-50-6 (CAS); 2-Iodo-6-methyl-benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Iodo-6-Methylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications. Custom purity grades, including research and pharmaceutical intermediates, are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place 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 glass or opaque.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0% (Standard Grade)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals	<20 ppm

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