Description

Ethyl 3-Iodo-5-Methoxybenzoate is a high-purity, functionalized benzoate ester derivative, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic placement of iodine and methoxy substituents, which make it an excellent intermediate for cross-coupling reactions and further derivatization. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, especially those requiring aryl-iodide functional groups for Suzuki or Stille cross-coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that incorporate substituted benzoate structures.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex aromatic systems and exploring new reaction methodologies.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Utilized as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Iodo-5-Methoxybenzoate
CAS No.	717109-27-8
Molecular Formula	C10H11IO3
Molecular Weight	306.10 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Iodo-5-methoxybenzoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-iodo-5-methoxybenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-iodo-5-methoxy-, ethyl ester; 5-Methoxy-3-iodobenzoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 5-methoxy-3-iodobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Iodo-5-Methoxybenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to confirm identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.