Description

3-Iodobenzyl Alcohol is a versatile halogenated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the iodine substituent, which serves as an excellent handle for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and novel functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological disorders and cancer.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactivity for structural diversification.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers where the iodine atom facilitates further coupling or polymerization steps.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a building block for synthesizing molecular probes and tags for imaging and diagnostic applications.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a reliable substrate in Suzuki, Stille, and Sonogashira cross-coupling reactions to form new carbon-carbon bonds.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Iodobenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	57455-06-8
Molecular Formula	C7H7IO
Molecular Weight	234.04 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Iodophenyl)methanol; m-Iodobenzyl Alcohol; 3-Iodobenzenemethanol; 1-Iodo-3-(hydroxymethyl)benzene; α-Hydroxy-3-iodotoluene; Benzenemethanol, 3-iodo-; 3-Iodobenzylalcohol
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Quality Control

Our 3-Iodobenzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP standards for pharmaceutical applications and can provide material for regulatory filings upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	68°C - 72°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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