Description

Bis(2,4-Dinitrophenyl) Carbonate is a high-purity, light-sensitive chemical reagent primarily used as a versatile derivatization and coupling agent. Its core value lies in its ability to react with nucleophiles like amines and alcohols, making it a critical intermediate for synthesizing complex organic molecules, including dyes, polymers, and pharmaceutical intermediates. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced material manufacturing sectors who require reliable, high-quality building blocks for their synthetic workflows.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Key reagent for the preparation of carbamate and carbonate derivatives of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polycarbonates and polyurethanes with specific thermal or optical properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of high-performance azo dyes and pigments, leveraging the dinitrophenyl groups for color and stability.
• Bioconjugation and Proteomics: Employed as a labeling or cross-linking reagent for modifying proteins, peptides, and other biomolecules in research applications.
• Analytical Chemistry: Acts as a derivatization agent for HPLC or GC analysis to enhance the detection of compounds containing amine or hydroxyl functional groups.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in surface modification and the creation of novel organic frameworks and dendritic polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(2,4-Dinitrophenyl) Carbonate
CAS No.	7497-12-3
Molecular Formula	C13H6N4O9
Molecular Weight	362.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(2,4-dinitrophenyl) carbonate; Carbonyl bis(2,4-dinitrophenyl) ether; 2,4-Dinitrophenyl carbonate; Dinitrophenyl carbonate; (2,4-Dinitrophenyl) carbonic acid ester; DNP-carbonate; BDNC; Bis(2,4-dinitrophenyl) ester of carbonic acid
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Quality Control

Our Bis(2,4-Dinitrophenyl) Carbonate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, detailing key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting our customers' regulatory and research requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and packaging are performed under controlled lighting conditions to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	142 - 146 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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