Description

p-Tolualdehyde 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazone is a high-purity chemical derivative primarily used as a key analytical reagent and synthetic intermediate. This compound is valued for its specific reactivity and utility in organic synthesis and chromatographic analysis. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors who require reliable, high-quality building blocks for complex molecule synthesis and precise analytical methods.

Application

• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Widely used as a derivatizing agent for the identification and quantification of carbonyl compounds (aldehydes and ketones) via HPLC or spectrophotometric methods.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of more complex heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its hydrazone functionality.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor in the production of azo dyes and other colored compounds due to the presence of the nitro and aromatic groups.
• Academic and Industrial Research: Used in chemical research for studying reaction mechanisms, developing new synthetic pathways, and as a standard in method development.
• Material Science: Investigated for potential use in the development of organic semiconductors and photoactive materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	p-Tolualdehyde 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazone
CAS No.	2571-00-8
Molecular Formula	C14H12N4O4
Molecular Weight	300.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylbenzaldehyde 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazone; p-Tolualdehyde DNPH; (E)-2-(2,4-Dinitrophenyl)-1-(4-methylphenyl)hydrazone; 4-Methylbenzaldehyde (2,4-dinitrophenyl)hydrazone; p-Tolualdehyde (2,4-DNPH); DNPH derivative of p-Tolualdehyde; 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazone of p-Tolualdehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our p-Tolualdehyde 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazone is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, assay, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request 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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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