Description

2-Nitromesitylene is a specialized aromatic nitro compound, serving as a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its importance lies in providing a nitrated mesitylene core that is crucial for constructing complex molecules in research and industrial applications. This product is primarily needed by chemical manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for the development of specialized dyes and colorants.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent for nitration studies, electrophilic aromatic substitution reactions, and material science research.
• Polymer Chemistry: Potential monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.
• Explosives Research: Used in controlled research environments for studying nitro-aromatic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Nitromesitylene
CAS No.	603-71-4
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO2
Molecular Weight	165.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-1,3,5-trimethylbenzene; Mesitylene, 2-nitro-; 1,3,5-Trimethyl-2-nitrobenzene; 2-Nitro-mesitylene; Nitromesitylene; β-Nitromesitylene
EINECS	210-062-6

Quality Control

Our 2-Nitromesitylene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Keep away from strong oxidizers. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	40°C - 44°C
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.