Chemical Name: | Benzoic acid, 2-amino-6-iodo- |
CAS Number: | 20776-52-7 |
Product Number: | AG002J9J(AGN-PC-0NK5XW) |
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Molecular Formula: | C7H6INO2 |
Molecular Weight: | 263.0325 |
2-Amino-6-iodobenzoic acid is a valuable building block in chemical synthesis due to its versatile reactivity and unique properties. This compound is commonly used as a starting material in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. Its ability to undergo nucleophilic substitution reactions makes it a key intermediate in the preparation of complex organic molecules. Additionally, the presence of both amino and carboxylic acid functionalities in 2-Amino-6-iodobenzoic acid allows for further derivatization, enabling the introduction of diverse functional groups for fine-tuning the properties of the final product. Furthermore, its specific structural features make it a useful precursor in the synthesis of biologically active compounds and novel chemical entities with potential applications in drug discovery and materials science.