CAS 13290-74-9

2-chloro-5-nitrotoluene

Description:

2-Chloro-5-nitrotoluene is an aromatic compound characterized by the presence of a toluene backbone substituted with both a chlorine atom and a nitro group. The chlorine atom is located at the second position, while the nitro group is at the fifth position on the benzene ring, which influences the compound's reactivity and physical properties. This compound typically appears as a yellow to brown solid and is known for its moderate solubility in organic solvents. It is primarily used in the synthesis of various chemical intermediates and can serve as a precursor in the production of dyes, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals. The presence of both electron-withdrawing groups (the nitro and chloro substituents) affects its electrophilic substitution reactions, making it less reactive compared to unsubstituted toluene. Safety considerations are important when handling this compound, as it may pose health risks, including potential toxicity and environmental hazards. Proper storage and disposal methods should be followed to mitigate these risks.

Formula: C₇H₆ClNO₂

InChI: InChI=1/C7H6ClNO2/c1-5-4-6(9(10)11)2-3-7(5)8/h2-4H,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=BGDCQZFFNFXYQC-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: N(=O)(=O)C1=CC(C)=C(Cl)C=C1

Synonyms:

• 1-Chloro-2-Methyl-4-Nitrobenzene
• 1-Chloro-4-nitro-2-methylbenzene
• 2-Chloro-5-nitroluene
• 2-Methyl-4-nitro-1-chlorobenzene
• 2-Methyl-4-nitrochlorobenzene
• 4-Chloro-3-methylnitrobenzene
• 6-Chloro-3-nitrotoluene
• Benzene, 1-chloro-2-methyl-4-nitro-
• Chloronitroluene,98%
• Toluene, 2-chloro-5-nitro-
• 2-Chloro-5-nitrotoluene
• BENZENE, 2-CHLORO-1-METHYL-5-NITRO-
• 6-CHLORO-2-METHYLNITROBENZENE
• 1-chloro-2-methyl-4-nitro-benzen
• 2-Chloro-5-nitrotolune
• 3-Nitro-6-chlorotoluene
• 2-CHLORO-1-METHYL-5-NITROBENZENE
• 5-NITRO-2-CHLOROTOLUENE
• 2-CHLORO-5-NITROMETHYLBENZENE

2-Chloro-5-nitrotoluene

CAS: 13290-74-9

Formula: C₇H₆ClNO₂

Purity: >98.0%(GC)

Color and Shape: White to Yellow to Green powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 171.58

Ref: 3B-C1233

Benzene, 1-chloro-2-methyl-4-nitro-

CAS: 13290-74-9

Formula: C₇H₆ClNO₂

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 171.5810

Ref: IN-DA0011CR

2-Chloro-5-nitrotoluene

CAS: 13290-74-9

2-Chloro-5-nitrotoluene

Formula: C₇H₆ClNO₂

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 171.58104

Ref: 54-OR5503

2-Chloro-5-nitrotoluene

Controlled Product

CAS: 13290-74-9

Formula: C₇H₆ClNO₂

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 171.58

Ref: 04-C11456200

1-Chloro-2-methyl-4-nitrobenzene

CAS: 13290-74-9

1-Chloro-2-methyl-4-nitrobenzene

Formula: C₇H₆ClNO₂

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 171.58

Ref: IN-DG18060

2-Chloro-5-nitrotoluene

Controlled Product

CAS: 13290-74-9

Applications 2-Chloro-5-nitrotoluene (cas# 13290-74-9) is a useful research chemical.
References Mi, Z., et al.: J. Polym. Sci. A Polym. Chem., 55, 3253 (2017); Zhang, Y., et al.: Org. Process Res. Dev., 20, 799 (2016)

Formula: C₇H₆ClNO₂

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 171.58

Ref: TR-C597145

2-Chloro-5-nitrotoluene

CAS: 13290-74-9

2-Chloro-5-nitrotoluene (2CNT) is an organic compound that is used as an intermediate in the synthesis of dyes and pharmaceuticals. It is a potent carcinogen, mutagen, and hepatotoxin. 2CNT can be synthesized from nitrobenzene and hydrochloric acid by a three-step process: nitration to form the corresponding nitro compound, followed by chlorination with chlorine gas to form 2CNT. The industrial preparation of 2CNT includes the following reaction yield:

Formula: C₇H₆ClNO₂

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 171.58 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FC00620

1-Chloro-2-methyl-4-nitrobenzene

CAS: 13290-74-9

Formula: C₇H₆ClNO₂

Purity: 98%+(GC-MS);RG

Molecular weight: 171.58

Ref: 10-F092046