Description

Methyl 5-Cyano-2-Hydroxy-3-Iodobenzoate is a highly functionalized benzoate derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring cyano, hydroxy, and iodo substituents, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research for oncology and CNS diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring halogenated aromatic cores.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers with specific electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing tagged molecules or probes for studying biological pathways and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the global fine chemical market.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 5-Cyano-2-Hydroxy-3-Iodobenzoate
CAS No.	952302-09-9
Molecular Formula	C9H6INO3
Molecular Weight	303.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-Iodo-5-cyano-2-hydroxybenzoate; 2-Hydroxy-3-iodo-5-cyanobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 5-cyano-2-hydroxy-3-iodo-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-hydroxy-3-iodo-5-cyanobenzoate; 5-Cyano-2-hydroxy-3-iodobenzoic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 5-Cyano-2-Hydroxy-3-Iodobenzoate adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to confirm identity and purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. We operate under a quality system designed to meet the expectations of research and development as well as pre-commercial scale-up requirements.

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 the container tightly sealed to protect this light-sensitive and potentially moisture-sensitive material from degradation. Store away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

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