Description

3-Chloro-4-Methyl-2-Nitrophenol is a versatile halogenated nitrophenol derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a functionalized phenolic scaffold with multiple reactive sites for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring halogenated phenolic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its nitro and chloro substituents for bioactivity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor for azo dyes and other complex colorants due to its phenolic and nitro functional groups.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic synthesis and material science.
• Polymer Additives: Can be utilized in the synthesis of specialized monomers or as a stabilizer/functional additive in polymer systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-4-Methyl-2-Nitrophenol
CAS No.	112251-93-1
Molecular Formula	C7H6ClNO3
Molecular Weight	187.58 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-3-chloro-4-methylphenol; 3-Chloro-4-methyl-2-nitrophenol; Phenol, 3-chloro-4-methyl-2-nitro-; 4-Methyl-3-chloro-2-nitrophenol; 2-Nitro-4-methyl-3-chlorophenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-4-Methyl-2-Nitrophenol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise specifications and is free from unexpected impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in the original packaging or an opaque secondary container until use.

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%

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