Description

2-(Chloromethyl)-4,6-Bis(Trichloromethyl)-1,3,5-Triazine is a highly functionalized triazine derivative, valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and a source of reactive chloromethyl and trichloromethyl groups. This compound is critical for synthesizing advanced materials and specialty chemicals where controlled reactivity and halogen functionality are required. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and polymer industries for developing novel compounds and functional additives.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used in the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Serves as a cross-linking agent or functional monomer to impart flame retardancy or other specific properties to polymers.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A valuable reagent in organic synthesis for introducing chloromethyl and trichloromethyl groups into complex molecular architectures.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialized triazine-based dyes and colorants.
• Photoreactive Compound Precursor: Used in the development of photoinitiators and other light-sensitive chemicals for coatings and imaging applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Chloromethyl)-4,6-Bis(Trichloromethyl)-1,3,5-Triazine
CAS No.	30361-97-8
Molecular Formula	C7H3Cl7N3
Molecular Weight	408.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloromethyl-4,6-bis(trichloromethyl)-1,3,5-triazine; 2-(Chloromethyl)-4,6-bis(trichloromethyl)-s-triazine; 4,6-Bis(trichloromethyl)-2-(chloromethyl)-1,3,5-triazine; Tris(chloromethyl)cyanuric chloride (related); TCT-CM; Cyanuric chloride derivative
EINECS	250-158-7

Quality Control

Our 2-(Chloromethyl)-4,6-Bis(Trichloromethyl)-1,3,5-Triazine is manufactured under strict process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a comprehensive suite of analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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