Description

2-(4-Iodophenyl)-2-Oxoacetic Acid is a high-purity, iodinated aromatic keto acid building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a critical intermediate in the development of novel pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, enabling the introduction of the iodine moiety and the reactive oxoacetic acid functional group. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting metabolic and neurological disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides and fungicides, where the iodine atom can be pivotal for biological activity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for organic electronic materials and photoactive polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the creation of molecular probes and tags for imaging and diagnostic applications.
• Custom Synthesis: A versatile starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs performing bespoke chemical synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Iodophenyl)-2-Oxoacetic Acid
CAS No.	79477-88-6
Molecular Formula	C8H5IO3
Molecular Weight	276.03 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Iodobenzoylformic Acid; (4-Iodophenyl)oxoacetic Acid; α-Oxo-4-iodobenzeneacetic Acid; 2-Oxo-2-(4-iodophenyl)acetic Acid; p-Iodobenzoylformic Acid; 4-Iodophenylglyoxylic Acid; 79477-88-6; NSC 403811
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(4-Iodophenyl)-2-Oxoacetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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