Description

5-Chloro-4-Methoxy-2-Nitro-Phenol is a versatile aromatic nitro compound characterized by its distinct phenolic and methoxy substituents. This chemical serves as a critical synthetic intermediate, enabling the construction of complex molecules for advanced research and industrial manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with specific halogenated phenolic backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for azo dyes and other complex colorants due to its nitro and phenolic functional groups.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for studying electrophilic substitution and coupling reactions.
• Polymer Additive Development: Investigated for use in creating specialized monomers or as a modifying agent for polymer properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-4-Methoxy-2-Nitro-Phenol
CAS No.	14164-14-8
Molecular Formula	C7H6ClNO4
Molecular Weight	203.58 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-5-chloro-4-methoxyphenol; 4-Methoxy-5-chloro-2-nitrophenol; 5-Chloro-4-methoxy-2-nitrophenol; Phenol, 5-chloro-4-methoxy-2-nitro-; 2-Nitro-4-methoxy-5-chlorophenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-4-Methoxy-2-Nitro-Phenol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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