Description

2-Chloro-3-Nitrobenzoyl Chloride is a versatile and highly reactive aromatic acid chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual functional groups, which allow for selective transformations to create complex molecules with high precision and efficiency. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds with benzamide or related scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the nitro and chloro substituents for bioactivity.
• Dyestuff and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for azo dyes and other complex colorants due to its aromatic nitro functionality.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in exploring new reaction pathways and creating novel chemical entities.
• Peptide Coupling Reagent: Can be utilized in peptide synthesis as an activating agent for carboxylic acids.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-3-Nitrobenzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	34128-16-0
Molecular Formula	C7H3Cl2NO3
Molecular Weight	220.01 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-3-nitrobenzoic acid chloride; 3-Nitro-2-chlorobenzoyl chloride; Benzoic acid, 2-chloro-3-nitro-, chloride; o-Chloro-m-nitrobenzoyl chloride; 2-Chloro-3-nitrobenzoylchloride; NSC 403119
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-3-Nitrobenzoyl Chloride is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP and ISO principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your critical synthesis processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases, alcohols, and water.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	64 - 68 °C
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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