Description

2-Chloro-4-Methyl-5-Nitro-Benzoic Acid is a versatile nitro-substituted benzoic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring chloro, methyl, and nitro functional groups, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted benzoic acid scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where its nitro and chloro groups contribute to biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate for creating azo dyes and other complex colorants, leveraging its aromatic nitro functionality.
• Organic Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs as a versatile starting material for heterocyclic chemistry and molecular structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for synthesizing specialty chemicals, including liquid crystals, photographic chemicals, and polymer modifiers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-4-Methyl-5-Nitro-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	101580-96-5
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClNO4
Molecular Weight	215.59 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2-chloro-4-methylbenzoic acid; 2-Chloro-4-methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-chloro-4-methyl-5-nitro-; 4-Methyl-5-nitro-2-chlorobenzoic acid; 2-Chloro-4-methyl-5-nitro-benzoic acid; 101580-96-5; NSC 405124
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Chloro-4-Methyl-5-Nitro-Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment 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	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	185 - 190 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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