Description

1,3-Dichloro-4,6-Dinitrobenzene is a high-purity, versatile aromatic intermediate of significant commercial importance. Its unique structure, featuring both chloro and nitro substituents, makes it a valuable precursor for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced chemical manufacturing. This compound is essential for research and production in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Agrochemical Synthesis: A key building block for the production of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex drug molecules.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for the development of specialized dyes and organic pigments.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of high-performance polymers and resins.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis and material science research in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Explosives and Energetic Materials: Used in controlled formulations for specialized industrial and defense applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Dichloro-4,6-Dinitrobenzene
CAS No.	3698-83-7
Molecular Formula	C6H2Cl2N2O4
Molecular Weight	237.00 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dichloro-1,5-dinitrobenzene; 4,6-Dinitro-1,3-dichlorobenzene; 1,3-Dichloro-4,6-dinitrobenzene; Dinitrodichlorobenzene; Benzene, 1,3-dichloro-4,6-dinitro-; 1,5-Dinitro-2,4-dichlorobenzene
EINECS	223-043-9

Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dichloro-4,6-Dinitrobenzene is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming specifications for identity, assay, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant ISO and GMP guidelines to guarantee supply reliability for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	104 - 108 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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