Description

1,2-Dimethoxy-3,4,5-Trinitro-Benzene is a specialized nitroaromatic compound characterized by its unique substitution pattern. This chemical is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in energetic materials research and fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and industrial chemists working in the fields of explosives formulation, propellant chemistry, and advanced material science.

Application

• Energetic Materials Research: Serves as a critical precursor or model compound in the development and testing of new high-energy-density materials (HEDMs) and insensitive munitions.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Used in controlled nitration and functionalization reactions to build complex nitroaromatic architectures for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Employed as a standard in chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopy for quality control and method development in chemical analysis.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Acts as a building block for synthesizing nitro-substituted dyes and pigments with specific light-absorption properties.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to introduce nitro-functional groups into polymer chains to alter thermal stability or reactivity.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Dimethoxy-3,4,5-Trinitro-Benzene
CAS No.	17418-07-4
Molecular Formula	C8H7N3O8
Molecular Weight	273.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dimethoxy-3,4,5-trinitrobenzene; Benzene, 1,2-dimethoxy-3,4,5-trinitro-; 3,4,5-Trinitro-1,2-dimethoxybenzene; DNOC dimethyl ether (derivative); TNB Dimethyl Ether Derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Dimethoxy-3,4,5-Trinitro-Benzene is manufactured under strict process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity determination. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 sensitivity, the product should be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent oxidation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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