Description

3-Chloro-4-Iodobenzoic Acid is a halogenated benzoic acid derivative serving as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both chloro and iodo substituents, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. 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 functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research for drug discovery.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Stille, and Negishi couplings due to the reactive iodo group.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into polymer chains to alter physical properties such as thermal stability and refractive index.
• Chemical Research & Development: A standard reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-4-Iodobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	58123-72-1
Molecular Formula	C7H4ClIO2
Molecular Weight	282.46 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Iodo-3-chlorobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-chloro-4-iodo-; 3-Chloro-4-iodobenzoic acid; 3-Chloro-4-iodobenzenecarboxylic acid; 4-Iodo-3-chlorobenzenecarboxylic acid; 3-Cl-4-I-C6H3-COOH
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-4-Iodobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance 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 (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.