Description

5-Methyl-2-Nitrophenyl Isocyanate is a specialized aromatic isocyanate derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its highly reactive isocyanate group, which readily forms stable ureas and carbamates, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing urea or carbamate functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactivity to create targeted bioactive molecules.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a cross-linking agent or functional monomer for producing polyurethanes and other specialty polymers with enhanced properties.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in medicinal chemistry and material science for constructing heterocyclic compounds and molecular scaffolds.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of complex azo dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methyl-2-Nitrophenyl Isocyanate
CAS No.	152645-33-5
Molecular Formula	C8H6N2O3
Molecular Weight	178.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-5-methylphenyl isocyanate; 1-Isocyanato-2-nitro-5-methylbenzene; 5-Methyl-2-nitrobenzenisocyanate; 2-Nitro-5-methylbenzenisocyanate; (2-Nitro-5-methylphenyl)isocyanate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Methyl-2-Nitrophenyl Isocyanate is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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