Description

2-Azido-4-Nitrotoluene is a specialized aromatic compound containing both azide and nitro functional groups, making it a valuable intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry. Its unique reactivity profile is critical for the controlled synthesis of complex heterocyclic structures and functional materials. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, where precise molecular construction is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing triazole or tetrazole rings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific azide chemistry.
• Click Chemistry Reagent: Acts as a vital component in copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC) reactions for bioconjugation, polymer science, and material surface functionalization.
• Energetic Materials Research: Employed in the development and study of new high-energy-density materials (HEDMs) and propellant formulations due to its azide group.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Functions as a precursor in the synthesis of specialized azo dyes and colorants with enhanced properties.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to introduce azide functionalities into polymer backbones for subsequent cross-linking or grafting reactions to create advanced polymeric materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Azido-4-Nitrotoluene
CAS No.	40515-19-3
Molecular Formula	C7H6N4O2
Molecular Weight	178.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Azido-1-methyl-4-nitrobenzene; 4-Nitro-2-azidotoluene; 1-Methyl-2-azido-4-nitrobenzene; Toluene, 2-azido-4-nitro-; Azidomethylnitrobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Azido-4-Nitrotoluene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity, and is supplied with a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA). We adhere to relevant industry standards, and custom purity grades or specific impurity profiles can be developed to meet your exact research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers must be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maximize stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange 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.