Description

2,6-Difluoro-3,5-Dinitrotoluene is a specialized fluorinated aromatic compound that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of fluorine and nitro groups on the toluene backbone, enabling precise chemical transformations. This high-purity building block is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries developing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in oncology and CNS therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to construct advanced herbicides and pesticides where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Research: Building block for creating novel fluorinated polymers, liquid crystals, and electronic materials with unique properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacture: Intermediate in the production of specialized fluorinated dyes and colorants.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile substrate for nucleophilic aromatic substitution (SNAr) reactions and further functionalization in R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Difluoro-3,5-Dinitrotoluene
CAS No.	112822-76-1
Molecular Formula	C7H4F2N2O4
Molecular Weight	218.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Difluoro-3,5-dinitrotoluene; 3,5-Dinitro-2,6-difluorotoluene; Toluene, 2,6-difluoro-3,5-dinitro-; 2,6-Difluoro-1-methyl-3,5-dinitrobenzene; 1-Methyl-2,6-difluoro-3,5-dinitrobenzene; Benzene, 1-methyl-2,6-difluoro-3,5-dinitro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Difluoro-3,5-Dinitrotoluene is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to verify identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory requirements.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale 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.