5-Iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid, 98%

Name: 5-Iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008381

About 5-Iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid, 98%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 5-Iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid, a carboxylic acid registered under CAS number 54811-38-0 at a purity of 98%. With the molecular formula C8H7IO2, it has a molar mass of 262.04 g/mol. Common synonyms include 5-Iodo-o-toluic acid and 2-Methyl-5-Iodobenzoic acid.

The material typically appears as white to off-white powder or crystals. Key physical data: a melting point of 181 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 5 g, 25 g and 100 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	5-Iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008381
CAS Number	54811-38-0
IUPAC name	5-iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₇IO₂
Molecular weight	262.04 g/mol
Exact mass	261.9491
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29242990
InChIKey	WUBHOZQZSHGUFI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=C(C=C(C=C1)I)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	621745

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Melting point	181 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	5-Iodo-o-toluic acid, 2-Methyl-5-Iodobenzoic acid, 5-Iodo-2-methylbenzoicacid, Benzoic acid, 5-iodo-2-methyl-, 5-Iodo-2-Methyl Benzoic Acid, 5-Iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid #, 5-iodo-2-methyl-benzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 3-iodo-6-methyl-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 54811-38-0

Reference Standard

5-Iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid

CAS: 54811-38-0
Formula: C₈H₇IO₂
MW: 262.04 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 5-Iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 5-Iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid, 98% is 54811-38-0. It is also known as 5-Iodo-o-toluic acid, 2-Methyl-5-Iodobenzoic acid, 5-Iodo-2-methylbenzoicacid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid, 98%?

5-Iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid, 98% has the molecular formula C8H7IO2 and a molecular weight of 262.04 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 5-iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 5-Iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid, 98% can I order?

We supply 5-Iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid, 98% in (98%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 5-Iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 5-Iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 5-Iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 5-Iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.