Description

3,4-Dinitro-1,2-Benzenedicarboxylic Acid is a specialized aromatic nitro dicarboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of its nitro and carboxylic acid functional groups, which enable precise chemical transformations for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for the development of active ingredients, dyes, and high-performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel herbicides, insecticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of high-value azo dyes and organic pigments.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer or modifier for creating specialty polymers with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Explosives and Energetic Materials Research: Intermediate in the controlled synthesis of nitro-aromatic compounds for specialized applications.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D in constructing complex aromatic systems.
• Coordination Chemistry: Potential ligand for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or catalyst systems due to its chelating ability.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dinitro-1,2-Benzenedicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	92971-15-8
Molecular Formula	C8H4N2O8
Molecular Weight	256.13 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 3,4-dinitro-; 3,4-Dinitrophthalic acid; 4,5-Dinitrophthalic acid; 3,4-Dinitrobenzene-1,2-dicarboxylic acid; DNPA; Dinitrophthalic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dinitro-1,2-Benzenedicarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 bases and reducing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 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.