Description

2-Chloro-4-Methyl-5-Nitro-Phenol is a versatile halogenated nitrophenol derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which provides reactive sites for further functionalization, making it essential for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with antimicrobial or anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides, leveraging its phenolic and nitro groups for bioactivity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor for azo dyes and other complex colorants due to its nitro and phenolic functionalities.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and synthesizing novel chemical entities.
• Photographic Chemicals: Can be utilized in the formulation of certain photographic developers and sensitizers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-4-Methyl-5-Nitro-Phenol
CAS No.	100959-50-0
Molecular Formula	C7H6ClNO3
Molecular Weight	187.58 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2-chloro-4-methylphenol; 2-Chloro-4-methyl-5-nitrophenol; 4-Methyl-2-chloro-5-nitrophenol; Phenol, 2-chloro-4-methyl-5-nitro-; 2-Chloro-5-nitro-p-cresol; 4-Methyl-5-nitro-2-chlorophenol; 2-Chloro-4-methyl-5-nitro-1-hydroxybenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-4-Methyl-5-Nitro-Phenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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 (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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