5-Iodo-2,4-dimethylbenzoic acid

• CAT Number: L034007
• CAS Number: 742081-03-4
• Molecular Formula: C9H9IO2
• Molecular Weight: 276.07
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 5-iodo-2,4-dimethylbenzoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C9H9IO2/c1-5-3-6(2)8(10)4-7(5)9(11)12/h3-4H,1-2H3,(H,11,12)
• InChIKey: VBULVYTZMDVWSK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC1=CC(=C(C=C1C(=O)O)I)C

5-Iodo-2,4-dimethylbenzoic acid is an iodinated aromatic carboxylic acid with methyl groups at the 2- and 4-positions, and an iodine atom at the 5-position on the benzene ring. This compound is a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for pharmaceutical and agrochemical applications, due to its reactive iodine moiety, which facilitates coupling reactions and further functionalization. Known for its stability and versatility, 5-Iodo-2,4-dimethylbenzoic acid supports efficient pathways in the development of complex molecules for advanced research.