Description

Benzene, 2-Chloro-1,3-Dimethyl-4-Nitro- is a specialized nitro-substituted aromatic compound that serves as a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a critical building block for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This chemical is primarily required by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a halogenated nitrobenzene scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides, where the nitro and chloro groups contribute to biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate for producing azo dyes and other complex colorants, leveraging its aromatic nitro functionality.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for cross-coupling reactions, reductions, and nucleophilic substitutions to create diverse chemical libraries.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and electronic materials that incorporate functionalized aromatic units.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzene, 2-Chloro-1,3-Dimethyl-4-Nitro-
CAS No.	35113-96-3
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClNO2
Molecular Weight	185.61 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-1,3-dimethyl-4-nitrobenzene; 4-Nitro-2-chloro-1,3-dimethylbenzene; 1-Chloro-2,4-dimethyl-5-nitrobenzene; 2,4-Dimethyl-1-chloro-5-nitrobenzene; 2-Chloro-4-nitro-m-xylene; 2-Chloro-1,3-dimethyl-4-nitro-benzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzene, 2-Chloro-1,3-Dimethyl-4-Nitro- is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for sensitive synthesis. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of cGMP and ISO standards for fine chemical intermediates.

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 material is easily oxidized and should be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term storage to maintain stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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