Description

2,5-Dichloro-1,3-dinitrobenzene is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic intermediate of significant commercial importance. Its unique structure, featuring both chloro and nitro substituents, makes it a versatile building block for synthesizing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for the production of dyes, pigments, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Agrochemical Synthesis: A key precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a crucial intermediate for producing azo dyes and other high-performance colorants.
• Specialty Chemical Production: Employed in the synthesis of liquid crystals, polymers, and other advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing substituted benzene derivatives.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions for creating biaryl structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dichloro-1,3-dinitrobenzene
CAS No.	2213-82-3
Molecular Formula	C6H2Cl2N2O4
Molecular Weight	237.00 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dinitro-2,5-dichlorobenzene; 2,5-Dichloro-1,3-dinitrobenzene; 2,5-Dichloro-m-dinitrobenzene; Benzene, 2,5-dichloro-1,3-dinitro-; m-Dinitro-2,5-dichlorobenzene; NSC 404083
EINECS	218-695-3

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dichloro-1,3-dinitrobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specific application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. Recommended storage temperature: 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	102 - 106 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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