Description

3-Ethoxycarbonyl-4'-Iodobenzophenone is a high-purity iodinated benzophenone derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern synthetic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique molecular architecture, which combines a reactive carbonyl ester group with an iodine substituent, making it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, particularly for applications in cross-coupling reactions and the synthesis of novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring iodinated aromatic systems for further functionalization via Suzuki or other cross-coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the benzophenone core and iodine atom are leveraged for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or building block for developing specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its conjugated structure.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs as a standard reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, particularly in halogenation and subsequent coupling steps.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Useful for synthesizing specialized ligands for metal catalysis, where the iodine and carbonyl groups can be modified to tune steric and electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethoxycarbonyl-4'-Iodobenzophenone
CAS No.	890098-47-2
Molecular Formula	C16H13IO3
Molecular Weight	380.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Iodo-3-ethoxycarbonylbenzophenone; Ethyl 4-(4-iodobenzoyl)benzoate; 3-(Ethoxycarbonyl)-4'-iodobenzophenone; 4'-Iodobenzophenone-3-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 3-Carbethoxy-4'-iodobenzophenone; Benzoic acid, 4-(4-iodobenzoyl)-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 4-(4-iodobenzoyl)benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Ethoxycarbonyl-4'-Iodobenzophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture and atmospheric contaminants.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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