Description

2,4-Dichlorotoluene is a versatile halogenated aromatic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive chlorinated toluene backbone for introducing functional groups and constructing complex molecular architectures. This intermediate is essential for manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop high-performance products.

Application

• Agrochemical Synthesis: A key precursor for manufacturing herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing various chlorinated dyes and organic pigments.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki and Heck reactions, to create complex biaryl structures.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in R&D laboratories for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dichlorotoluene
CAS No.	95-73-8
Molecular Formula	C7H6Cl2
Molecular Weight	161.03 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dichloro-1-methylbenzene; 1-Methyl-2,4-dichlorobenzene; 2,4-Dichloromethylbenzene; Toluene, 2,4-dichloro-; Benzene, 1-methyl-2,4-dichloro-; 2,4-DCT
EINECS	202-445-4

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dichlorotoluene is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC, identification by FT-IR, and impurity profiling, to meet exacting customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density at 20°C	1.245 - 1.255 g/mL
Boiling Point	~ 200 °C

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