Description

3,4-Dinitrochlorobenzene is a versatile and high-value aromatic nitro compound, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in fine chemical manufacturing. Its unique structure, featuring both nitro and chloro substituents, makes it an essential electrophile for nucleophilic aromatic substitution reactions, enabling the synthesis of complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and dye industries for the production of advanced intermediates, pigments, and active ingredients.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for producing azo dyes and other high-performance colorants.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a reagent in organic synthesis for introducing nitro and aniline functionalities.
• Explosives Precursor: Used in controlled manufacturing processes for certain specialty explosives and propellants.
• Polymer Additives: Intermediate for synthesizing light stabilizers, antioxidants, and other polymer modifiers.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dinitrochlorobenzene
CAS No.	610-40-2
Molecular Formula	C6H3ClN2O4
Molecular Weight	202.55 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-3,4-dinitrobenzene; 3,4-DNCB; 3,4-Dinitro-1-chlorobenzene; 4-Chloro-1,2-dinitrobenzene; Benzene, 1-chloro-3,4-dinitro-; Dinitrochlorobenzene (mixed isomers); 3,4-Dinitrophenyl chloride
EINECS	210-218-9

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dinitrochlorobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, to meet exacting customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with relevant industry standards.

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. Due to its properties as a strong oxidizer, it must be segregated from reducing agents, organic materials, and other combustible substances. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	38 - 42 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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