Description

1,3-Dimethyl-2,4-Dinitrobenzene is a specialized aromatic nitro compound, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a sterically defined, electron-deficient aromatic core for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research and development laboratories, as well as production facilities in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, for applications such as ligand synthesis and the development of energetic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, pesticides, and other crop protection agents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic systems and coordination chemistry.
• Energetic Materials Research: Acts as an intermediate in the development and study of specialized nitroaromatic compounds.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of certain azo dyes and other colored organic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on nitration chemistry and aromatic substitution reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Dimethyl-2,4-Dinitrobenzene
CAS No.	161-02-4
Molecular Formula	C8H8N2O4
Molecular Weight	196.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dinitro-1,3-dimethylbenzene; 2,4-Dinitro-m-xylene; m-Xylene-2,4-dinitro derivative; 1,3-Dimethyl-2,4-dinitrobenzol; Dinitroxylene; DNX
EINECS	205-052-5

Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dimethyl-2,4-Dinitrobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by HPLC and identification by FT-IR, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. The compound is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	88 - 92 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.