Description
4-Chloro-2,6-dinitrophenol (CAS No. 88-87-9) is a chlorinated dinitrophenol compound with the molecular formula C6H3ClN2O5. This yellow crystalline solid is widely utilized in chemical synthesis, research, and industrial applications due to its unique nitro and chloro functional groups. With an IUPAC name of 4-chloro-2,6-dinitrophenol, this high-purity compound is rigorously tested for quality, ensuring optimal performance in laboratory and industrial settings. It is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol, acetone, and ether, but exhibits limited solubility in water. Store in a cool, dry place away from light and incompatible materials to maintain stability. Suitable for researchers and scientists requiring precise and reliable reagents for advanced chemical studies.
Properties
- CAS Number: 88-87-9
- Complexity: 226
- IUPAC Name: 4-chloro-2,6-dinitro-phenol
- InChI: InChI=1S/C6H3ClN2O5/c7-3-1-4(8(11)12)6(10)5(2-3)9(13)14/h1-2,10H
- InChI Key: KESYALTWUAFAAC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 217.9730489
- Molecular Formula: C6H3ClN2O5
- Molecular Weight: 218.55
- SMILES: C1=C(C=C(C(=C1[N+](=O)[O-])O)[N+](=O)[O-])Cl
- Topological: 112
- Monoisotopic Mass: 217.9730489
- Synonyms: 4-CHLORO-2,6-DINITROPHENOL, 2,6-Dinitro-4-chlorophenol, Phenol, 4-chloro-2,6-dinitro-, NSC 6212, EINECS 201-863-8, AI3-08954, DTXSID6058978, DTXCID6048626, 201-863-8, 88-87-9, Phenol,4-chloro-2,6-dinitro-, NSC6212, 4-Chloro-2,6-dinitro-phenol, SCHEMBL6010796, NSC-6212, MFCD00035746, STL196750, AKOS016035905, SY093132, DB-057106, NS00039294, ST50558064
Application
4-Chloro-2,6-dinitrophenol serves as a key intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of dyes, pigments, and agrochemicals. Its nitro and chloro substituents make it valuable for studying electrophilic aromatic substitution reactions. Researchers also employ it as a reference standard in analytical chemistry and environmental testing. Additionally, it has been explored in biochemical studies for its potential inhibitory effects.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H302 (100%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
Precautionary Statements
- P264, P270, P301+P317, P330, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Acute Tox. 4 (100%)
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