Description

5-Chloro-2-Methylbenzenediazonium is a specialized diazonium salt intermediate of significant importance in synthetic organic chemistry. Its primary value lies in its reactivity, serving as a crucial precursor for the synthesis of azo dyes, pigments, and other complex aromatic compounds through diazonium coupling reactions. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the dyestuff, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries seeking to introduce specific functional groups into molecular structures.

Application

• Azo Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Acts as a key diazo component for coupling with phenols, amines, and other compounds to produce a wide range of colored products.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the preparation of complex molecules where the diazonium group facilitates specific bond formations, leading to active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of herbicides, pesticides, and other crop protection agents that require chlorinated aromatic structures.
• Functional Material Production: Utilized in creating specialized polymers and materials where surface modification or specific chromophore integration is needed.
• Research & Development: Serves as a valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Chloro-2-Methylbenzenediazonium
CAS No.	27580-35-4
Molecular Formula	C7H6ClN2+ (typically as a salt, e.g., tetrafluoroborate)
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	2-Methyl-5-chlorobenzenediazonium; 5-Chloro-o-tolyldiazonium; Diazonium, (5-chloro-2-methylphenyl)-; (5-Chloro-2-methylphenyl)diazonium; 2-Methyl-5-chlorobenzenediazonium salt; Fast Red TR Base; Fast Red TR Salt; o-Toluidine, 5-chloro-, diazotized
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-2-Methylbenzenediazonium is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay, impurity profile, and other critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its light-sensitive and hygroscopic nature, this material must be handled under controlled conditions to maintain stability. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%

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