Category:
Other Specialized Reagents
CAS NO:
54811-38-0
Standard:
Company Standard,
5-Iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid (CAS: 1069-78-5, Formula: C8H7IO2) is a specialized iodinated aromatic intermediate. It is primarily synthesized via electrophilic iodination of 2-methylbenzoic acid using iodine monochloride or N-iodosuccinimide under controlled acidic conditions.
Requires storage in sealed containers at -20°C away from light to prevent photodegradation. Personnel must wear appropriate PPE due to potential skin irritation and environmental toxicity associated with organic iodides.