Description

Benzene, 4-Chloro-2-(Chloromethyl)-1-Nitro- CAS NO 57750-81-9 is a specialized nitroaromatic compound featuring dual chloro-substituents, making it a versatile and reactive intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure is engineered to facilitate the introduction of key functional groups, enabling the construction of complex molecules with high precision. This chemical is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a nitroaromatic scaffold for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacturing of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its chloromethyl and nitro groups are pivotal for biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the production of specialized azo dyes and organic pigments, contributing to color fastness and molecular stability.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its electron-withdrawing nitro group.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions, such as Suzuki or Heck couplings, for creating complex biaryl structures.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzene, 4-Chloro-2-(Chloromethyl)-1-Nitro-
CAS No.	57750-81-9
Molecular Formula	C7H5Cl2NO2
Molecular Weight	206.03 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloro-2-(chloromethyl)-1-nitrobenzene; 2-Chloromethyl-4-chloronitrobenzene; 1-Nitro-4-chloro-2-chloromethylbenzene; 4-Chloro-2-chloromethylnitrobenzene; 2,4-Dichlorobenzyl Nitro Derivative; NSC 403119; (4-Chloro-2-nitrophenyl)chloromethane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Benzene, 4-Chloro-2-(Chloromethyl)-1-Nitro- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque or amber glass, or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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