Description

2-Chloro-m-Phenylenediamine is a halogenated aromatic diamine derivative that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both amine groups and a chloro substituent, makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex heterocyclic structures and high-performance polymers. This intermediate is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty dye industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with benzimidazole or related heterocyclic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where its chlorinated aromatic structure contributes to biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a crucial monomer for producing azo dyes, pigments, and colorants, offering enhanced lightfastness and color properties.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of polyamides, polyimides, and other high-temperature resistant polymers.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into specialty chemical formulations designed to protect metals in industrial settings.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new chemical entities and material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-m-Phenylenediamine
CAS No.	6400-14-2
Molecular Formula	C6H7ClN2
Molecular Weight	142.59 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-1,3-diaminobenzene; 2-Chloro-1,3-benzenediamine; 1,3-Diamino-2-chlorobenzene; m-Phenylenediamine, 2-chloro-; 2-Chloro-meta-phenylenediamine; 2-Cl-m-PDA; 2-Chloro-1,3-phenylenediamine
EINECS	229-058-6

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-m-Phenylenediamine is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, and we support our clients' regulatory needs for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container must be kept tightly sealed due to the compound's sensitivity to light and air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light brown to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	62 - 66 °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.