Description

Methyl 2-(2-Iodophenyl)Acetate is a high-purity, versatile organic building block featuring an iodine substituent on the aromatic ring, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced synthesis. Its molecular structure is specifically designed for applications in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing, where precise functionalization is critical. This compound is essential for researchers and industrial chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for coupling reactions and complex molecule construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a halogenated phenylacetic acid ester moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions like Suzuki and Heck reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block for academic and industrial R&D in organic synthesis, enabling the exploration of new chemical spaces.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals and dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-(2-Iodophenyl)Acetate
CAS No.	66370-75-0
Molecular Formula	C9H9IO2
Molecular Weight	276.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (2-Iodophenyl)acetate; 2-Iodobenzeneacetic Acid Methyl Ester; (2-Iodophenyl)acetic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl α-(2-Iodophenyl)acetate; Methyl o-Iodophenylacetate; Methyl 2-Iodobenzeneacetate; NSC 403796; Methyl (o-Iodophenyl)acetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity, purity, and consistency for every batch. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications are available upon request, providing full traceability and quality assurance for your critical applications.

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 strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 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.