Description

Benzoyl Chloride, 2-Methyl-5-Nitro- (9Ci) is a specialized aromatic acid chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual functional groups—the reactive acyl chloride and the electron-withdrawing nitro substituent—which enable precise and efficient chemical transformations. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to construct complex molecules for active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted benzoyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in manufacturing herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the nitro-benzoyl structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Acts as an intermediate for creating azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or modifying agent for specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent for Friedel-Crafts acylation and amide bond formation in research and development laboratories.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a standard or building block in methodological studies and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoyl Chloride, 2-Methyl-5-Nitro- (9Ci)
CAS No.	64688-68-2
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClNO3
Molecular Weight	199.59 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoyl chloride; 5-Nitro-o-toluoyl chloride; 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid chloride; (2-Methyl-5-nitrophenyl)carbonyl chloride; o-Toluic acid, 5-nitro-, chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 2-methyl-5-nitro-; 64688-68-2 (CAS)
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Quality Control

Our Benzoyl Chloride, 2-Methyl-5-Nitro- (9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets high-grade specifications for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts with strong acids/organic solvents; keep the container tightly sealed and separate from incompatible materials such as bases, alcohols, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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