Description

2-(Benzyloxy)-1,3-Dichloro-5-Nitrobenzene is a high-purity, specialized organic intermediate characterized by its distinct halogenated and nitro-substituted aromatic structure. This compound matters as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the development of complex molecules with targeted functionalities. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

This versatile intermediate serves key roles in sophisticated chemical manufacturing processes.

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring halogenated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its nitro and chloro functional groups.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its rigid, substituted benzene core.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a building block for synthesizing complex organic dyes and pigments where nitro and chloro groups influence color and properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Serves as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) for creating biaryl structures.
• Laboratory Scale Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Benzyloxy)-1,3-Dichloro-5-Nitrobenzene
CAS No.	848133-03-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₉Cl₂NO₃
Molecular Weight	298.12 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dichloro-2-(phenylmethoxy)-5-nitrobenzene; Benzene, 1,3-dichloro-2-(phenylmethoxy)-5-nitro-; 2-Benzyloxy-1,3-dichloro-5-nitrobenzene; 1,3-Dichloro-5-nitro-2-(benzyloxy)benzene; 5-Nitro-1,3-dichloro-2-benzyloxybenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(Benzyloxy)-1,3-Dichloro-5-Nitrobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically ≥97% by HPLC), physical characteristics, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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