4-(4-Hydroxyphenoxy)-3,5-diiodobenzoic Acid CAS 1838-55-7

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.1838-55-7
Molecular FormulaC13H8I2O4
Molecular Weight482.01 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

4-(4-Hydroxyphenoxy)-3,5-diiodobenzoic Acid CAS 1838-55-7 chemical structure

Description

The occurrence of 4-(4-Hydroxyphenoxy)-3,5-diiodobenzoic Acid is closely related to a carboxylic acid group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage, iodine substitution, an aromatic ring system in its molecular formula, which determines its behaviour during synthesis, purification, or degradation.

4-(4-Hydroxyphenoxy)-3,5-diiodobenzoic Acid (CAS 1838-55-7), molecular formula C13H8I2O4 and molecular weight 482.01 g/mol, is a CATO reference standard with documented purity and traceability.

Based on its molecular formula C13H8I2O4, 4-(4-Hydroxyphenoxy)-3,5-diiodobenzoic Acid contains a carboxylic acid group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage, iodine substitution, an aromatic ring system; these features give the compound characteristic absorption bands in UV spectroscopy. The molecular weight of 482.01 g/mol is directly relevant to the identification of the molecular ion in mass spectrometry. Halogen substitution (F/Cl/Br/I) produces a distinctive isotope pattern in mass spectrometry, a valuable aid for qualitative confirmation.

Recommended for analytical method development and validation; each product is supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) ensuring ISO 17034 metrological traceability.

The assigned purity is verified by mass-balance and quantitative NMR (qNMR) approaches, with the expanded uncertainty reported at a 95% confidence level (k=2). Batch homogeneity and stability are independently assessed for every lot.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC13H8I2O4
Molecular Weight482.01 g/mol
AppearancePale yellow to yellow crystalline powder. (slight halide-like odor, low volatility)
Purity97%+
StorageStore in a cool place (≤25°C), protect from light, keep sealed and dry
Solubility (reference)Soluble in chloroform, dichloromethane, ethyl acetate, DMSO
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Light-sensitive; avoid direct strong light; Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening; Contains ester bond; hydrolyzes under strong alkaline conditions
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)9.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1957
Halogen ContentI-containing

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