Description

1,4-Dinitrocyclooctatetraene is a specialized nitro-substituted cyclic polyene of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and materials research. This compound matters for its unique electronic structure and reactivity, serving as a valuable precursor and building block for complex molecular architectures. It is needed by research chemists and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries for applications ranging from ligand synthesis to the development of novel energetic materials and functional polymers.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of complex polycyclic and cage-like organic molecules.
• Precursor for the development of novel energetic materials and propellant formulations.
• Building block for advanced ligands used in catalytic and coordination chemistry.
• Research chemical for studying pericyclic reactions and aromaticity in non-benzenoid systems.
• Starting material for the preparation of functional polymers with tailored electronic properties.
• Specialty reagent in agrochemical research for creating novel active ingredients.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1,4-Dinitrocyclooctatetraene
CAS No.	54755-18-9
Molecular Formula	C8H6N2O4
Molecular Weight	194.15 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Dinitro-1,3,5,7-cyclooctatetraene; 1,4-Dinitro-COT; 1,4-Dinitrocycloocta-1,3,5,7-tetraene; 1,4-Dinitro-[8]annulene; DN-COT; Cyclooctatetraene, 1,4-dinitro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Dinitrocyclooctatetraene is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. All products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.