Description

Benzoic Acid, 2-Iodyl, 1-Methylethyl Ester is a specialized organic compound featuring a hypervalent iodine(V) center, which confers potent oxidizing properties. This makes it a valuable reagent for selective oxidation reactions in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Selective Oxidizing Agent in organic synthesis for the conversion of alcohols to carbonyl compounds.
• Key Intermediate in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Reagent for C-H Functionalization, enabling the direct introduction of oxygen-containing functional groups into organic molecules.
• Catalyst or Co-catalyst in oxidation processes for specialty chemical manufacturing.
• Building Block for synthesizing other hypervalent iodine reagents with tailored reactivity.
• Research Chemical in academic and industrial laboratories studying new oxidative transformations.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 2-Iodyl, 1-Methylethyl Ester
CAS No.	674776-90-0
Molecular Formula	C10H11IO4
Molecular Weight	322.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Iodylbenzoic Acid Isopropyl Ester; Isopropyl 2-Iodylbenzoate; (Isopropoxycarbonyl)phenyliodyl Diacetate (precursor related); Hypervalent Iodine(V) Reagent; λ5-Iodane; IBX Isopropyl Ester (analog); Dess-Martin Periodinane Analog; Contact for details on additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Benzoic Acid, 2-Iodyl, 1-Methylethyl Ester is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistent performance suitable for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity (typically by titration or HPLC), and impurity profile is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your 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). Due to its nature as a strong oxidizer, keep away from heat, sparks, and incompatible materials such as reducing agents and combustible substances. Handle and store in accordance with all applicable local and international regulations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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