Description

2-(Chloromethyl)-1-(1-Methylethyl)-4-Nitrobenzene is a specialized aromatic intermediate featuring both chloromethyl and nitro functional groups on a substituted benzene ring. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules in advanced chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring a chloromethyl-nitrobenzene scaffold for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its reactive groups allow for the construction of diverse bioactive molecules.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for the production of specialized azo dyes and organic pigments, leveraging the nitro group for color development.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological studies involving nucleophilic substitution reactions of chloromethyl groups and reduction of nitro groups.
• Liquid Crystal and Electronic Material Precursor: A potential intermediate in the synthesis of organic compounds for electronic applications, such as liquid crystal displays (LCDs) or organic semiconductors.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-(Chloromethyl)-1-(1-Methylethyl)-4-Nitrobenzene
CAS No.	64123-64-4
Molecular Formula	C10H12ClNO2
Molecular Weight	213.66 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Isopropyl-2-(chloromethyl)-4-nitrobenzene; 2-Chloromethyl-1-isopropyl-4-nitrobenzene; 4-Nitro-2-(chloromethyl)cumene; 4-Nitro-α-(chloromethyl)cumene; (2-Chloromethyl-4-nitrophenyl)propane; 64123-64-4; 2-(Chloromethyl)-1-isopropyl-4-nitrobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-(Chloromethyl)-1-(1-Methylethyl)-4-Nitrobenzene adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder or solid
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.