Description

1,2-Benzenediol, 3-Methyl-6-Nitro- is a specialized nitro-substituted catechol derivative, a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its precise molecular structure offers unique reactivity, making it valuable for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and functional materials. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and material science. The product is supplied with a CAS Number of 143689-93-4.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex fused-ring structures.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its nitro and diol functional groups.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for advanced colorants and functional dyes due to its electron-rich aromatic system.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the creation of specialty monomers and polymers, such as antioxidants or conductive polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial research in organic synthesis and methodology development.
• Coordination Chemistry: Functions as a ligand for metal complexes in catalytic and material applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Benzenediol, 3-Methyl-6-Nitro-
CAS No.	143689-93-4
Molecular Formula	C7H7NO4
Molecular Weight	169.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-6-nitrocatechol; 3-Methyl-6-nitro-1,2-benzenediol; 6-Nitro-3-methylcatechol; 1,2-Dihydroxy-3-methyl-6-nitrobenzene; 3-Methyl-6-nitrobenzene-1,2-diol; 2-Methyl-5-nitropyrocatechol; 4-Methyl-5-nitrocatechol (alternate numbering)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Benzenediol, 3-Methyl-6-Nitro- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics.

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). This product is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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