Description

Dichlorodinitromethane is a specialized halogenated nitroalkane compound with significant utility as a chemical intermediate. Its unique structure makes it valuable for synthesizing complex molecules in research and industrial chemistry. This product is primarily sought by professionals in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for process development and fine chemical manufacturing.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of energetic materials and propellants.
• Building block for pharmaceutical research, particularly in developing novel nitro-containing compounds.
• Precursor in the manufacture of specialized agrochemicals and pesticides.
• Used in organic synthesis research for introducing nitro and chloro functional groups.
• Intermediate for producing dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals.
• Starting material in coordination chemistry and ligand synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dichlorodinitromethane
CAS No.	1587-41-3
Molecular Formula	CCl2N2O4
Molecular Weight	174.93 g/mol
Synonyms	Dichlorodinitromethane; Methane, dichlorodinitro-; Dinitrodichloromethane; NSC 8425; Dichloro(dinitro)methane; 1,1-Dichloro-1,1-dinitromethane
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Quality Control

Our Dichlorodinitromethane is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its properties of being easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and highly volatile, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon and ensure containers are securely sealed to prevent loss and degradation. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.7 g/cm³

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