Description

3-Iodo-5-Methyl-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, versatile organic building block essential for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its iodine substituent, which provides a reactive handle for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting complex small molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, where its structure can be incorporated into bioactive compounds.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The iodine atom makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Stille, and Sonogashira couplings.
• Ligand Synthesis: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Iodo-5-Methyl-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	597563-45-6
Molecular Formula	C9H9IO2
Molecular Weight	276.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-Iodo-5-methylbenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-iodo-5-methyl-, methyl ester; 3-Iodo-5-methyl methyl benzoate; 5-Methyl-3-iodobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-methyl-3-iodobenzoate; 3-Iodo-m-toluic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Iodo-5-Methyl-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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