Description

1,4-Dinitronaphthalene is a high-purity aromatic nitro compound, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a versatile precursor for dyes, pigments, and specialty chemicals, where its specific substitution pattern is essential. This product is primarily needed by manufacturers in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for research and production-scale applications.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing complex naphthalene derivatives, including diamines and amino-nitro compounds.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the production of high-performance dyes, optical brighteners, and pigments for textiles and plastics.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Production: Employed in the synthesis of certain herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying nitro-aromatic chemistry and developing new materials.
• Explosives & Propellants Research: Acts as a model compound or intermediate in controlled research applications within energetic materials science.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dinitronaphthalene
CAS No.	6921-26-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₆N₂O₄
Molecular Weight	218.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Dinitronaphthalene; 1,4-Dinitronaphthalin; Dinitronaphthalene (1,4-); Naphthalene, 1,4-dinitro-; NSC 404058; 1,4-Dinitronaftalen; 1,4-Dinitronaftaleno
EINECS	230-034-9

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Dinitronaphthalene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, melting point, and impurity profile. Our quality commitment supports compliance with REACH and other relevant global regulatory frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Approx. 170 - 175 °C
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.