Description

2-Iodo-4-Acetylphenol is a versatile halogenated phenolic compound that serves as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an iodine substituent and an acetyl group on the phenol ring, makes it a valuable 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: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Building block for advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its halogen and phenolic functionalities.
• Chemical Research: Essential reagent in organic methodology development, including cross-coupling reactions and halogen-exchange processes.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Serves in the synthesis of specialized colorants and imaging agents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Used to create novel ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Iodo-4-Acetylphenol
CAS No.	62615-24-1
Molecular Formula	C8H7IO2
Molecular Weight	262.05 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Hydroxy-5-iodophenyl)ethanone; 4-Acetyl-2-iodophenol; 2-Iodo-4-acetylphenol; 5-Iodo-2-hydroxyacetophenone; 2-Hydroxy-5-iodoacetophenone; 4-Acetyl-2-iodo-1-hydroxybenzene; Ethanone, 1-(2-hydroxy-5-iodophenyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Iodo-4-Acetylphenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, purity, and related substances is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at 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 to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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