Description

(Z)-Methyl 3-iodoacrylate is a high-purity, specialized organic building block with significant utility in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an iodine substituent and an acrylate ester group, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to introduce functionalized acrylic acid derivatives into target structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of compounds with potential antiviral or anticancer activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactivity for structural diversification.
• Material Science Monomer: Serves as a functional monomer for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties, such as light-responsive or conductive materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Heck, Sonogashira) to form carbon-carbon bonds in complex organic frameworks.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for the stereoselective synthesis of natural products and other fine chemicals.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Used in the development of advanced electronic display materials due to its polarizable iodine atom and polymerizable group.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-Methyl 3-iodoacrylate
CAS No.	6214-23-9
Molecular Formula	C4H5IO2
Molecular Weight	212.00 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Propenoic Acid, 3-Iodo-, Methyl Ester, (Z)-; Methyl (Z)-3-iodoacrylate; (Z)-3-Iodo-2-propenoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl (Z)-3-iodoprop-2-enoate; 3-Iodoacrylic Acid Methyl Ester (Z-isomer); (Z)-Methyl 3-iodoprop-2-enoate; cis-Methyl 3-iodoacrylate; Methyl cis-3-iodoacrylate
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Quality Control

Our (Z)-Methyl 3-iodoacrylate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability, consistency, and reliability for your critical processes.

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 organic solvents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and storage should minimize exposure to direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Z-isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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