Description

2,4,5,6-Tetrachloro-m-Xylene-Alpha,Alpha'-Diamine CAS NO 16969-06-5 is a halogenated aromatic diamine derivative, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring multiple chlorine substituents, provides high reactivity and specific steric properties, making it valuable for creating complex molecular architectures. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries who require high-purity, functionalized aromatic compounds for developing active ingredients and high-performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring halogenated aromatic cores for bioactivity or metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the tetrachloro-xylene structure contributes to efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a curing agent or cross-linking monomer in the manufacture of specialty epoxy resins, polyurethanes, and high-temperature polymers, enhancing thermal and chemical resistance.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate for synthesizing specific halogenated dyes and organic pigments, contributing to color fastness and stability.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create chelating ligands for metal catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and coupling reactions.
• Research & Development: A valuable compound for academic and industrial R&D in exploring new organic reactions and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,5,6-Tetrachloro-m-Xylene-Alpha,Alpha'-Diamine
CAS No.	16969-06-5
Molecular Formula	C8H6Cl4N2
Molecular Weight	278.96 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4,5,6-Tetrachloro-1,3-bis(aminomethyl)benzene; 1,3-Bis(aminomethyl)-2,4,5,6-tetrachlorobenzene; 2,4,5,6-Tetrachloro-m-phenylenedimethanamine; m-Xylene-α,α'-diamine, 2,4,5,6-tetrachloro-; Tetrachloroxylene Diamine; TCMXDA; 2,4,5,6-Tetrachloro-1,3-xylenediamine
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Quality Control

Our 2,4,5,6-Tetrachloro-m-Xylene-Alpha,Alpha'-Diamine is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting batch-specific results are provided to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and moisture. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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