Description

2,3-Dinitronaphthalene is a specialized aromatic nitro compound that serves as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized naphthalene backbone for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as industrial-scale manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the development of novel herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a starting material for producing specific azo dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable building block in academic and industrial R&D for creating novel aromatic and polycyclic structures.
• Explosives and Energetic Materials Research: Employed in controlled research for developing specialized nitro-aromatic compounds.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce nitro-functional groups into polymer chains to alter material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dinitronaphthalene
CAS No.	1875-63-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₆N₂O₄
Molecular Weight	218.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dinitronaphthalene; Naphthalene, 2,3-dinitro-; 2,3-Dinitronaphthalin; 1,8-Dinitronaphthalene (isomer); beta,beta'-Dinitronaphthalene
EINECS	217-506-9

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dinitronaphthalene is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, melting point, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature and propensity to be easily oxidized, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended periods.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	170 - 174 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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