Description

4-Ethoxycarbonyl-2'-Iodobenzophenone is a high-purity, specialized organic intermediate featuring both an ethoxycarbonyl and an iodo substituent on a benzophenone core. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications such as cross-coupling reactions and the synthesis of functionalized fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring Suzuki or other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex benzophenone derivatives and other aromatic compounds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis.
• Chemical Research & Development: Essential for method development and scale-up processes in fine chemical and custom synthesis operations.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Ethoxycarbonyl-2'-Iodobenzophenone
CAS No.	890098-37-0
Molecular Formula	C16H13IO3
Molecular Weight	380.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2'-Iodo-4-(ethoxycarbonyl)benzophenone; Ethyl 4-(2-iodobenzoyl)benzoate; 4-Carbethoxy-2'-iodobenzophenone; Benzoic acid, 4-(ethoxycarbonyl)-2'-iodobenzophenone derivative; (2'-Iodobenzoyl)benzoic acid ethyl ester; 4-(Ethoxycarbonyl)-2'-iodobenzophenone; Ethyl 2'-iodo-4-benzoylbenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Ethoxycarbonyl-2'-Iodobenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.