Description

3,7-Di(tert-Butyl)-1,5-Dinitronaphthalene is a high-purity, substituted naphthalene derivative characterized by its tert-butyl and nitro functional groups. This compound serves as a valuable specialty intermediate and functional additive in advanced material synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where bulky, electron-donating tert-butyl groups and nitro functionalities are required for specific biological activity or metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for developing advanced herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its structural motifs.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functional additive in the production of high-performance polymers, dyes, and organic electronic materials, where its structure can influence thermal stability and optical properties.
• Research & Development: A crucial reagent in academic and industrial organic chemistry labs for studying nitration reactions, steric effects, and the synthesis of complex polycyclic aromatic systems.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and liquid crystal materials due to its rigid, planar naphthalene core and substitutable positions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,7-Di(tert-Butyl)-1,5-Dinitronaphthalene
CAS No.	20870-37-5
Molecular Formula	C18H24N2O4
Molecular Weight	332.40 g/mol
Synonyms	1,5-Dinitro-3,7-di-tert-butylnaphthalene; 3,7-Di-tert-butyl-1,5-dinitronaphthalene; 1,5-Dinitro-3,7-bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)naphthalene; Naphthalene, 3,7-bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-1,5-dinitro-; DTBDN
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,7-Di(tert-Butyl)-1,5-Dinitronaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. This compound should be stored separately from strong reducing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.