Description

Nitroxylene is a specialized aromatic nitro compound, serving as a versatile and critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce nitro and methyl functionalities, enabling the production of high-value downstream chemicals. This product is essential for manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and dye industries seeking reliable, high-purity building blocks for complex molecules.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of herbicides, insecticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a building block for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate in the production of various azo dyes and organic pigments.
• Organic Synthesis: A valuable reagent for nitration and subsequent functional group transformations in research and development.
• Polymer Industry: Can be utilized in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for developing novel synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nitroxylene
CAS No.	25168-04-1
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO2
Molecular Weight	151.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Nitroxylene; Dimethylnitrobenzene; Nitrodimethylbenzene; 2-Nitro-1,3-dimethylbenzene; 2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene; 1,3-Dimethyl-2-nitrobenzene; 2-Nitrom-xylene; NSC 66411
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Nitroxylene is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to meet precise customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline solid or liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Melting Point / Boiling Point	Contact for details

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