2-Iodoanisole, CAS No. 529-28-2

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529-28-2

Catalog No. EBD27209

CAS 529-28-2

Name 2-Iodoanisole

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Basic Information

Synonyms: 1-IODO-2-METHOXYBENZENE O-IODOANISOLE 1-iodo-2-methoxy-benzen Anisole,o-iodo- Benzene,1-iodo-2-methoxy- Iodanisol o-Anisyliodide 2-Iodoanisole97% 2-Iodoanisole,99% 2-iodophenylmethylether 2-methoxyiodobenzene 2-Iodoanisole

Molecular Formula: C7H7IO

Molecular Weight: 234.03

MDL Number: MFCD00001039

Categories: Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Halogenated Compounds Synthetic Chemistry > Basic Synthetic Reagents > Halogenation Reagents

Product Description:

2-Iodoanisole is an organic compound with the molecular formula C7H7IO. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature, characterized by an iodine atom and a methoxy group positioned ortho to each other on a benzene ring. This structure makes it a versatile aryl halide building block. Its primary application is as a key intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in cross-coupling reactions such as the Suzuki-Miyaura, Stille, and Heck reactions. The iodine atom serves as an excellent leaving group, enabling the efficient introduction of the 2-methoxyphenyl moiety into more complex molecular architectures. It is widely used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. For instance, it serves as a precursor for various ligands and functional molecules. As a reagent, it can also act as an iodinating agent in certain transformations. It requires careful handling due to its potential light sensitivity and should be stored under inert atmosphere. Its utility is defined more by its reactive functional groups for constructing carbon-carbon bonds than by a specific, singular end-use application.

Physical Properties

Boiling Point: 125-126 °C/19 mmHg(lit.)

Flash Point: 113 °C

Density: 1.799 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)

Solubility: insoluble

Refractivity: n20/D 1.622(lit.)

Analytical Data

Appearance: slight clear yellow liquid