Description

Dichloronitromethane is a specialized halogenated nitroalkane compound with significant utility as a chemical intermediate and reagent. Its primary value lies in its role as a strong oxidizing agent, making it a critical building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. This product is essential for chemical manufacturers and R&D laboratories engaged in developing agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and other high-value specialty chemicals where controlled oxidation or nitromethylation reactions are required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing nitro or chloro functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its reactive nitro and chlorine atoms are incorporated into the final molecule.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile reagent in research laboratories for nitromethylation and oxidation reactions, facilitating the construction of complex organic frameworks.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals that require halogenated nitroalkane intermediates.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dichloronitromethane
CAS No.	7119-89-3
Molecular Formula	CHCl2NO2
Molecular Weight	129.93 g/mol
Synonyms	Dichloronitromethane; Nitrodichloromethane; Dichloro(nitro)methane; Methane, dichloronitro-; NSC 9235
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Quality Control

Our Dichloronitromethane is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC or HPLC and identification by FTIR. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment 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 away from incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents, bases, and sources of ignition. Due to its properties as a strong oxidizer, it should be segregated from flammable and combustible materials. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.52 g/cm³

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