Description

2,3-Dichloro-4-Trifluoromethyl-6-Nitrotoluene is a specialized halogenated aromatic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring chloro, nitro, and trifluoromethyl substituents, makes it a versatile intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and production in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides, leveraging the bioactivity of its nitro and trifluoromethyl groups.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for constructing fluorinated aromatic cores.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for studying electrophilic aromatic substitution and other organic reactions.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or electronic materials requiring halogenated aromatic units.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Can be utilized in the synthesis of complex, color-fast dyes and pigments due to its stable, substituted benzene ring.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dichloro-4-Trifluoromethyl-6-Nitrotoluene
CAS No.	115571-67-0
Molecular Formula	C8H4Cl2F3NO2
Molecular Weight	274.03 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dichloro-3-methyl-4-nitro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 2,3-Dichloro-α,α,α-trifluoro-6-nitrotoluene; 2,3-Dichloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-6-nitro-1-methylbenzene; 6-Nitro-2,3-dichloro-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-xylene; Benzene, 1,2-dichloro-3-methyl-4-nitro-5-(trifluoromethyl)-; Toluene, 2,3-dichloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-6-nitro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dichloro-4-Trifluoromethyl-6-Nitrotoluene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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, and open flame. This material 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	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.