Description

2,6-Dichloro-3-nitrobenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde derivative characterized by its halogen and nitro substituents, making it a key synthetic intermediate. Its primary value lies in its reactivity, where the aldehyde group and electron-withdrawing substituents facilitate the construction of complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical scaffolds. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries engaged in advanced organic synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its reactive sites for molecular diversification.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing complex organic dyes and pigments due to its nitro and aldehyde functionalities.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research and development for constructing complex molecules, including ligands and functional materials.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dichloro-3-nitrobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	5866-97-7
Molecular Formula	C7H3Cl2NO3
Molecular Weight	220.01 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-2,6-dichlorobenzaldehyde; 2,6-Dichloro-3-nitrobenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2,6-dichloro-3-nitro-; 2,6-Dichloro-3-nitro-benzaldehyde; NSC 403107; 2,6-Dichloro-3-nitrobenzenecarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Dichloro-3-nitrobenzaldehyde is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow 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.