Description

Benzene, 1-Chloro-3-(Chloromethyl)-2-Nitro- is a specialized nitroaromatic compound featuring dual chloro-substitution, serving as a versatile and reactive chemical intermediate. Its molecular structure makes it a valuable precursor for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced chemical manufacturing. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and industrial producers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to build novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a nitro-aromatic scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its reactive sites allow for further functionalization.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor in the creation of complex organic dyes and pigments due to its nitro and chloro functional groups.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and other functional materials requiring specific aromatic backbones.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Serves as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) for creating biaryl structures.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzene, 1-Chloro-3-(Chloromethyl)-2-Nitro-
CAS No.	1261642-82-3
Molecular Formula	C7H5Cl2NO2
Molecular Weight	206.03 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-3-(chloromethyl)-2-nitrobenzene; 2-Nitro-1-chloro-3-(chloromethyl)benzene; 3-Chloromethyl-1-chloro-2-nitrobenzene; (2-Nitro-6-chlorophenyl)chloromethane; 2-Chloro-6-(chloromethyl)nitrobenzene; Benzene, 1-chloro-3-(chloromethyl)-2-nitro-; 1261642-82-3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzene, 1-Chloro-3-(Chloromethyl)-2-Nitro- is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. We are committed to meeting the high-purity requirements of our global customers in research and industrial synthesis.

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Contact for details

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