Description

4,5-Dimethyl-2-Nitrophenol is a specialized nitrophenol derivative characterized by its dimethyl substitution pattern, which influences its reactivity and physical properties. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, including dyes, pigments, and agrochemicals. It is primarily sought by industries involved in fine chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical research, and advanced material science for its role in facilitating specific synthetic pathways.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, including dyes, pigments, and agrochemical actives.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a building block in medicinal chemistry for the development of new drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for creating azo dyes and other colorants.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the development of advanced polymers and functional materials.
• Analytical Chemistry: Can be used as a standard or reagent in specific analytical methods.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploratory synthesis and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,5-Dimethyl-2-Nitrophenol
CAS No.	18087-10-0
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO3
Molecular Weight	167.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-4,5-dimethylphenol; 4,5-Dimethyl-2-nitrophenol; 4,5-Xylen-2-ol, 1-nitro-; 2-Hydroxy-4,5-dimethylnitrobenzene; 1-Hydroxy-2-nitro-4,5-dimethylbenzene; NSC 403697; 4,5-Dimethyl-2-nitro-1-hydroxybenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,5-Dimethyl-2-Nitrophenol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards and consistent specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles 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 at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. Due to its phenolic and nitro-functional nature, it is recommended to handle and store this material with appropriate precautions to prevent contamination and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown 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.