Description

Methyl 2-Hydroxy-5-Iodo-4-Methylbenzoate is a high-purity iodinated benzoate derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique halogenated aromatic structure, which provides a versatile handle for further functionalization in complex molecule assembly. 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: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting specific receptors or enzymes.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators where the iodine atom is crucial for bioactivity.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or starting material for synthesizing specialized polymers or liquid crystals with unique optical properties.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Sonogashira) and other metal-catalyzed transformations to construct complex molecular architectures.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable tool for methodological studies and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Hydroxy-5-Iodo-4-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	850146-80-4
Molecular Formula	C9H9IO3
Molecular Weight	292.07 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Iodo-4-methylsalicylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-iodo-4-methylsalicylate; 2-Hydroxy-5-iodo-4-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-5-iodo-4-methyl-, methyl ester; 4-Methyl-5-iodosalicylic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Hydroxy-5-Iodo-4-Methylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 sources and incompatible materials. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

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

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