Description

Methyl 3,5-Dinitrobenzoate is a high-purity organic compound primarily used as a key intermediate and derivatization reagent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of its nitro and ester functional groups, which facilitate a range of chemical transformations, including nucleophilic aromatic substitution and reduction reactions. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in creating complex molecules, analytical standards, and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex drug candidates.
• Derivatization Reagent: Used in analytical chemistry, particularly in gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry (MS), for the analysis of alcohols and other compounds to improve detection and separation.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Serves as a versatile precursor for generating libraries of novel compounds in medicinal chemistry and materials science research.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the production of specialized nitroaromatic dyes and colorants.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the development of certain herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Utilized in palladium-catalyzed reactions for constructing biaryl systems, which are common in advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3,5-Dinitrobenzoate
CAS No.	2702-58-1
Molecular Formula	C8H6N2O6
Molecular Weight	226.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Dinitrobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 3,5-Dinitrobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3,5-dinitro-, methyl ester; Methyl m-dinitrobenzoate; 3,5-DNB Methyl Ester; DNBM; Methyl ester of 3,5-dinitrobenzoic acid
EINECS	220-280-7

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3,5-Dinitrobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures reliability for your most sensitive applications in research and production.

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	White to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	108°C - 112°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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