Description

1,2-Difluoro-4,5-dinitrobenzene is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic intermediate characterized by its strategically placed fluorine and nitro substituents. This compound is essential for the synthesis of complex molecules, where its unique substitution pattern enables precise structural modifications and the introduction of specific electronic properties. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), leveraging the fluorine atom's ability to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of next-generation herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides, where the difluoro-dinitro motif contributes to biological activity and environmental persistence profiles.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis, particularly for reactions requiring electron-deficient aromatic systems.
• Energetic Materials Research: Investigated as a potential intermediate in the development of specialized fluorinated energetic compounds and propellants.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the synthesis of electron-accepting units for organic semiconductors, dyes, and fluorophores used in OLEDs and sensing applications.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) to construct complex biaryl and heteroaryl structures.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1,2-Difluoro-4,5-Dinitrobenzene
CAS No.	85686-97-1
Molecular Formula	C6H2F2N2O4
Molecular Weight	204.09 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Difluoro-4,5-dinitrobenzene; 4,5-Dinitro-1,2-difluorobenzene; Benzene, 1,2-difluoro-4,5-dinitro-; 1,2-Difluoro-4,5-dinitrobenzol; NSC 405124
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Difluoro-4,5-dinitrobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy for comprehensive identity confirmation and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and specific test results is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

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 nitroaromatic structure, it should be stored separately from strong reducing agents and combustible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
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.