Description

1,2,3,4-Tetramethyl-5,6-Dinitrobenzene is a specialized aromatic nitro compound characterized by its unique, highly substituted benzene ring structure. This compound serves as a valuable high-purity chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the development of new herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex polycyclic aromatic systems and specialty chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the development of energetic materials, dyes, and advanced polymers due to its nitroaromatic functionality.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,3,4-Tetramethyl-5,6-Dinitrobenzene
CAS No.	18801-63-3
Molecular Formula	C10H12N2O4
Molecular Weight	224.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,4-Tetramethyl-5,6-dinitrobenzene; 5,6-Dinitro-1,2,3,4-tetramethylbenzene; Dinitrodurene; Benzene, 1,2,3,4-tetramethyl-5,6-dinitro-; 5,6-Dinitrodurene; Tetramethyldinitrobenzene; 1,2,3,4-Tetramethyl-5,6-dinitro-benzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2,3,4-Tetramethyl-5,6-Dinitrobenzene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance as a chemical intermediate. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for reliable supply to regulated industries.

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 heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in opaque secondary packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light 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.