Description

2,3-Dimethylphenyl Isocyanate is a versatile aromatic isocyanate monomer used as a key building block in the synthesis of advanced polymers and specialty chemicals. Its value lies in providing tailored performance characteristics, such as enhanced chemical resistance and mechanical properties, to the final materials. This product is essential for manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and high-performance polyurethane industries seeking to develop custom formulations.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediates: A critical precursor in the synthesis of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides, where its aromatic structure contributes to biological activity and stability.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a key reagent for introducing the isocyanate functional group in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Specialty Polyurethanes: Used to manufacture high-performance polyurethane elastomers, coatings, and adhesives with superior weatherability and chemical resistance.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to modify polymers and resins, enhancing properties like adhesion, cross-linking density, and thermal stability for advanced composites.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block in organic synthesis for creating novel compounds in R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dimethylphenyl Isocyanate
CAS No.	1591-99-7
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO
Molecular Weight	147.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dimethylphenyl isocyanate; 2,3-Xylyl isocyanate; 1-Isocyanato-2,3-dimethylbenzene; 2,3-Dimethylbenzenisocyanate; Isocyanic acid, 2,3-dimethylphenyl ester; 2,3-DMPI; (2,3-Dimethylphenyl)carbimide
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Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dimethylphenyl Isocyanate is produced under stringent quality management systems 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 test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and incompatible with strong bases and organic solvents; ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture and stored separately from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.05 - 1.10

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