
Catalog Number	AR003LAS
Chemical Name	4′-Hydroxy-3′-iodoacetophenone
CAS Number	62615-24-1
Molecular Formula	C8H7IO2
Molecular Weight	262.0445
MDL Number	MFCD06200221
SMILES	CC(=O)c1ccc(c(c1)I)O

4′-Hydroxy-3′-iodoacetophenone is a versatile compound widely utilized in chemical synthesis due to its unique structural properties and reactivity. One of the key applications of this compound is its role as a valuable building block in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. The hydroxyl and iodo groups present in 4′-Hydroxy-3′-iodoacetophenone make it a crucial intermediate in the preparation of complex organic molecules through reactions such as nucleophilic substitution, halogenation, and coupling reactions. Furthermore, the presence of the hydroxyl group allows for further derivatization, enabling the modification of the compound to tailor its properties for specific applications. This compound's versatility and reactivity make it a valuable tool in the toolbox of synthetic chemists working in drug discovery, material science, and other fields that require the precise control of chemical transformations.