Description

2-Amino-3-Iodo-4-Methylbenzoic Acid is a halogenated benzoic acid derivative that serves as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an amino and an iodo substituent, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. This compound is essential for chemists and manufacturers engaged in creating active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty materials where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially in oncology and CNS therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Building block for organic electronic materials and liquid crystals.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design of molecular probes and tags for biochemical research.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs for the production of bespoke compounds under cGMP conditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-3-Iodo-4-Methylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	882679-23-4
Molecular Formula	C8H8INO2
Molecular Weight	277.06 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Iodo-2-amino-4-methylbenzoic acid; 4-Methyl-2-amino-3-iodobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-amino-3-iodo-4-methyl-; 2-Amino-3-iodo-p-toluic acid; 882679-23-4; AI3-52066; SCHEMBL2184221; DTXSID60664669
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Amino-3-Iodo-4-Methylbenzoic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for research and commercial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles as determined by HPLC, NMR, and other relevant analytical techniques.

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). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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.