Description

Dimethyl Phthalonitrile is a versatile and high-purity organic intermediate, essential for the synthesis of advanced functional materials. Its value lies in its role as a key precursor for phthalocyanine pigments and dyes, which are critical for their exceptional color stability and performance. This compound is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pigments, dyes, advanced polymers, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials.

Application

• Primary precursor for Phthalocyanine Pigments: Used in the synthesis of copper phthalocyanine (CuPc) and other metal phthalocyanines, which are fundamental to high-performance blue and green pigments for inks, paints, and plastics.
• Dye Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block for producing a range of organic dyes with applications in textiles and industrial colorants.
• Specialty Polymer Synthesis: Employed in the development of advanced polymeric materials, including heat-resistant polymers and polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Used as a standard or starting material in organic synthesis and materials science research for developing new functional compounds.
• Electronic Materials: Investigated for use in the production of organic semiconductors, photoconductors, and other electronic components due to its conjugated structure.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Can be utilized to create complex ligands for catalytic systems in fine chemical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl Phthalonitrile
CAS No.	36715-95-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₈N₂
Molecular Weight	156.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dicyano-4,5-dimethylbenzene; 4,5-Dimethylphthalonitrile; 4,5-Dimethyl-1,2-benzenedicarbonitrile; 4,5-Dimethyl-1,2-dicyanobenzene; DMPN; Dimethyl-1,2-benzenedicarbonitrile
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Quality Control

Our Dimethyl Phthalonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay and impurity profile determination by techniques such as HPLC and GC. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.5%
Melting Point	168 - 172 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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