Description

1,2-Dichloro-3-Nitronaphthalene is a specialized halogenated nitroaromatic compound with the CAS number 6240-55-7. This chemical serves as a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its unique substitution pattern which allows for selective chemical transformations. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with naphthalene-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for the development of specialized azo dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Investigated as a potential intermediate for electron-transport materials or host materials in OLED research.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for creating novel ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysts.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent in the synthesis of advanced polymers and functional materials.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1,2-Dichloro-3-Nitronaphthalene
CAS No.	6240-55-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₅Cl₂NO₂
Molecular Weight	242.06 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-1,2-dichloronaphthalene; 1,2-Dichloro-3-nitro-naphthalene; NSC 406120; 1,2-Dichloro-3-nitronaphthalene; Naphthalene, 1,2-dichloro-3-nitro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Dichloro-3-Nitronaphthalene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept 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
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.