Description

2-Chloro-4,6-Dimethylphenyl Isocyanate is a versatile aromatic isocyanate monomer used as a key building block in the synthesis of advanced polymers and specialty chemicals. Its value lies in providing a reactive isocyanate group attached to a substituted phenyl ring, enabling the creation of materials with tailored properties such as enhanced durability, chemical resistance, and thermal stability. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and high-performance polymer industries seeking to develop novel urethane-based products and active ingredients.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediates: A critical precursor in the synthesis of modern herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where it is used to construct active molecules with specific biological activity.
• Pharmaceutical Building Blocks: Serves as a key intermediate in medicinal chemistry for creating novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of urea and carbamate-based therapeutics.
• Polyurethane & Polymer Chemistry: Used to produce specialized polyurethane resins, coatings, adhesives, and elastomers with enhanced weatherability and mechanical properties.
• Crosslinking Agent: Functions as an effective crosslinker for polymers containing hydroxyl or amine groups, improving the final material's hardness and chemical resistance.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the research and production of dyes, pigments, and other fine chemicals requiring the introduction of a phenyl isocyanate moiety.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-4,6-Dimethylphenyl Isocyanate
CAS No.	124421-12-1
Molecular Formula	C9H8ClNO
Molecular Weight	181.62 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-4,6-dimethylphenyl isocyanate; 4,6-Dimethyl-2-chlorophenyl isocyanate; 2-Chloro-4,6-dimethylphenyl isocyanat; Isocyanic acid, 2-chloro-4,6-dimethylphenyl ester; 2-Chloro-4,6-xylyl isocyanate; (2-Chloro-4,6-dimethylphenyl)isocyanate
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-4,6-Dimethylphenyl Isocyanate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by HPLC and impurity profiling, to ensure high purity and consistency suitable for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific test results are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as alcohols, amines, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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