Description

2,4-Dinitrotoluene-Alpha,Alpha,α-D3 is a deuterium-labeled isotopologue of 2,4-dinitrotoluene, a key aromatic nitro compound. This labeled standard is essential for analytical applications requiring high precision and minimal interference from background signals. It is primarily used by research scientists and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, environmental analysis, and forensic science sectors for use as an internal standard in mass spectrometry and NMR spectroscopy.

Application

• Internal Standard for Mass Spectrometry (MS): Used for the accurate quantification of 2,4-dinitrotoluene and related compounds in complex matrices via GC-MS or LC-MS.
• NMR Spectroscopy Solvent & Reagent: Serves as a deuterated tracer or shift reference in nuclear magnetic resonance studies for reaction mechanism analysis.
• Environmental Analysis: Critical for tracing and quantifying nitroaromatic contaminants in soil, water, and industrial waste samples with high specificity.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Employed in drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics (DMPK) studies to track the fate of nitroaromatic moieties in biological systems.
• Forensic and Explosives Detection: Acts as a calibrated reference material in the detection and analysis of explosive residues and related chemical threats.
• Chemical Synthesis Research: Used as a labeled starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of deuterated complex molecules for research purposes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dinitrotoluene-Alpha,Alpha,α-D3
CAS No.	70786-68-4
Molecular Formula	C7H4D3N2O4
Molecular Weight	185.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dinitrotoluene-d3; 2,4-DNT-d3; (Methyl-d3)-2,4-dinitrobenzene; 1-Methyl-d3-2,4-dinitrobenzene; 2,4-Dinitrotoluene (trideuteriomethyl); Benzene, 2,4-dinitro-1-(trideuteriomethyl)-; Dinitrotoluene D3 Isotopologue
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Quality Control

Our deuterated compounds are produced and controlled under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR and mass spectrometry, to confirm isotopic purity and chemical identity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided, specifying the assay, isotopic enrichment, and impurity profile. We adhere to relevant standards for high-purity reference materials to ensure data integrity in your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term stability, consider storage under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (MS)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Isotopic Purity (NMR/MS)	≥ 98 atom % D
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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