Description

2,4-Dichloro-6-Nitrophenol is a versatile halogenated nitrophenol derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of its functional groups, which enable selective reactions for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors who require high-purity building blocks for drug discovery, crop protection agents, and dye synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a halogenated phenolic core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its phenolic and nitro functionalities.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for azo dyes and other complex colorants due to its reactive sites.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a standard or reagent in organic synthesis for introducing dichloro and nitro substituents onto aromatic systems.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to synthesize monomers or additives for specialty polymers with specific properties like UV absorption or flame retardancy.
• Complex Ligand Synthesis: Useful in preparing chelating agents or ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dichloro-6-Nitrophenol
CAS No.	609-89-2
Molecular Formula	C6H3Cl2NO3
Molecular Weight	208.00 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dichloro-6-nitrophenol; 6-Nitro-2,4-dichlorophenol; Phenol, 2,4-dichloro-6-nitro-; 2,4-Dichloro-6-hydroxy-1-nitrobenzene; NSC 403107; 2,4-Dichloro-6-nitro-1-hydroxybenzene; 1-Hydroxy-2,4-dichloro-6-nitrobenzene
EINECS	210-207-8

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dichloro-6-Nitrophenol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our B2B clients. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality for your critical synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, reducing agents, and sources of ignition. Due to its phenolic and nitro groups, it should be handled with appropriate personal protective equipment in accordance with safety data sheet instructions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	118°C - 122°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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