Description

2-Chloro-6-Nitrobenzyl Chloride is a versatile and reactive organic intermediate of significant importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a reactive benzyl chloride group and a nitro substituent, makes it a valuable building block for constructing more complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted benzyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the nitro and chloro groups contribute to biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Chemical Research: Employed in organic synthesis laboratories for nucleophilic substitution reactions and as a starting material for heterocyclic compound formation.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-6-Nitrobenzyl Chloride
CAS No.	15258-72-7
Molecular Formula	C7H5Cl2NO2
Molecular Weight	206.03 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Chloromethyl)-2-chloro-3-nitrobenzene; 2-Chloro-6-nitrobenzyl chloride; 2-Chloro-α-(chloromethyl)-3-nitrobenzene; 3-Nitro-2-chlorobenzyl chloride; (2-Chloro-6-nitrophenyl)methyl chloride; Benzene, 1-(chloromethyl)-2-chloro-3-nitro-; α,2-Dichloro-3-nitrobenzyl chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-6-Nitrobenzyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

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 bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The compound is moisture-sensitive; keep container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if necessary.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%

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