Description

2,4-Dichloro-6-Nitroanisole is a versatile halogenated nitroanisole derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of its functional groups, which enable precise electrophilic substitution and coupling reactions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to construct complex molecules for active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted anisole core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the dichloro-nitro motif is pharmacologically active.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for azo dyes and other complex colorants due to its reactive nitro and chloro groups.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable substrate in methodological studies for nucleophilic aromatic substitution (SNAr) and palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and liquid crystals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dichloro-6-Nitroanisole
CAS No.	37138-82-2
Molecular Formula	C7H5Cl2NO3
Molecular Weight	222.03 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dichloro-2-methoxy-5-nitrobenzene; 2-Methoxy-1,3-dichloro-5-nitrobenzene; 6-Nitro-2,4-dichloroanisole; Benzene, 1,3-dichloro-2-methoxy-5-nitro-; 2,4-Dichloro-6-nitro-1-methoxybenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dichloro-6-Nitroanisole is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

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

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