Description

2-Hydroxy-6-Iodo-Benzoic Acid is a halogenated derivative of salicylic acid, serving as a versatile and valuable iodinated aromatic building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a phenolic hydroxyl group ortho to an iodine atom, makes it a critical precursor for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries developing new active compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require halogenated aromatic cores.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis, leveraging the iodine atom for further functionalization.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers where iodinated benzoic acids can influence material properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent in organic synthesis research for constructing complex heterocycles and conducting cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-6-Iodo-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	89677-81-6
Molecular Formula	C7H5IO3
Molecular Weight	263.02 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Iodosalicylic Acid; 2-Hydroxy-6-iodobenzoic Acid; 6-Iodo-2-hydroxybenzoic Acid; Salicylic Acid, 6-iodo-; 6-Iodo-2-hydroxybenzenecarboxylic Acid; 2-Carboxy-3-iodophenol; 3-Iodo-2-hydroxybenzoic Acid; 6-Iodosalicylsäure (German)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-6-Iodo-Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, related substances, and residual solvents are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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