Description

2-(2-Iodo-4-Nitrophenyl)Acetic Acid is a specialized iodinated aromatic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both iodine and nitro functional groups, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules with high precision. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring halogenated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Building block for creating specialized polymers and liquid crystals with unique electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and other catalytic transformations to introduce the iodophenyl moiety.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard or reference compound in methodological studies and analytical chemistry.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized colorants and imaging agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Iodo-4-Nitrophenyl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	66949-41-5
Molecular Formula	C8H6INO4
Molecular Weight	307.05 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Iodo-4-nitrophenyl)acetic acid; 2-(2-Iodo-4-nitrophenyl)ethanoic acid; 2-Iodo-4-nitrophenylacetic acid; α-(2-Iodo-4-nitrophenyl)acetic acid; 4-Nitro-2-iodophenylacetic acid; NSC 403796; Acetic acid, (2-iodo-4-nitrophenyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-(2-Iodo-4-Nitrophenyl)Acetic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your R&D and scale-up activities.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light sources to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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