Description

2,4-Dinitrobenzyl Chloride is a versatile and highly reactive organic intermediate, primarily valued for its role as a key building block in chemical synthesis. Its significance lies in its ability to act as a benzylating agent, facilitating the introduction of the 2,4-dinitrobenzyl protecting group or enabling further functionalization. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients, dyes, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other biologically active molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for the synthesis of complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Protecting Group Reagent: Employed in organic synthesis to temporarily protect hydroxyl or amine groups via the formation of 2,4-dinitrobenzyl ethers or esters.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Utilized in palladium-catalyzed reactions for the construction of complex molecular architectures.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel compounds.
• Material Science: Potential use in the synthesis of monomers for specialty polymers and advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dinitrobenzyl Chloride
CAS No.	610-57-1
Molecular Formula	C7H5ClN2O4
Molecular Weight	216.58 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Chloromethyl)-2,4-dinitrobenzene; (2,4-Dinitrophenyl)methyl Chloride; α-Chloro-2,4-dinitrotoluene; Benzyl Chloride, 2,4-dinitro-; 2,4-DNB-Cl; DNBC
EINECS	210-236-6

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dinitrobenzyl Chloride is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We are committed to consistent quality and supply reliability for your critical processes.

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 heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	68°C - 72°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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