Description

Ethyl 5-Hydroxy-2-Iodobenzoate is a high-purity iodinated aromatic ester, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl group and an iodine substituent, makes it an invaluable intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for their development and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with iodinated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for advanced electronic materials due to its halogenated aromatic structure.
• Organic Ligand Synthesis: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck, Sonogashira) for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D exploring new synthetic methodologies and compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 5-Hydroxy-2-Iodobenzoate
CAS No.	99665-70-0
Molecular Formula	C9H9IO3
Molecular Weight	292.07 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hydroxy-2-iodobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 5-Hydroxy-2-iodobenzoate; 2-Iodo-5-hydroxybenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 5-hydroxy-2-iodo-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-iodo-5-hydroxybenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 5-Hydroxy-2-Iodobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to maintain optimal purity and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (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.