Description

Butanoic Acid, 2-Ethyl-, Iodomethyl Ester is a specialized organic iodide ester with significant utility as a versatile chemical building block. This compound is valued for its ability to introduce functional groups in complex organic syntheses, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and advanced materials. It is primarily sought by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring iodine-containing functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as an alkylating agent or a precursor for other organoiodine compounds in complex multi-step laboratory syntheses.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and other advanced materials where specific iodine incorporation is required.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Utilized as a high-purity analytical standard for method development and quality control in chemical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butanoic Acid, 2-Ethyl-, Iodomethyl Ester
CAS No.	83141-96-2
Molecular Formula	C7H13IO2
Molecular Weight	256.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethylbutanoic Acid Iodomethyl Ester; Iodomethyl 2-Ethylbutyrate; 2-Ethylbutyryloxymethyl Iodide; Iodomethyl 2-Ethylbutanoate; α-Iodomethyl 2-Ethylbutyrate; (Iodomethoxy)(2-ethylbutanoyl)methane; Butanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, (iodomethyl) ester
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Quality Control

Our Butanoic Acid, 2-Ethyl-, Iodomethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and related substances is provided with every shipment.

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, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in light-resistant secondary packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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