
2,6-Dichloro-4-nitrophenol
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Category:Agrochemicals Own Brand:MT /MOQ:100KG /From China/ B2B only.
Introduction
2,6-Dichloro-4-nitrophenol
1. Basic Information
- Chemical Name: 2,6-Dichloro-4-nitrophenol
- Synonyms:
- 4-Nitro-2,6-dichlorophenol
- DCNP
- CAS Number: 618-42-8
- Molecular Formula: C₆H₃Cl₂NO₃
- Molecular Weight: 208.00 g/mol
2. Physical and Chemical Properties
- Appearance: Yellow crystalline solid
- Melting Point: ~125–128°C
- Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
- Density: ~1.6 g/cm³ (estimated)
- Solubility:
- Slightly soluble in water
- Soluble in organic solvents (ethanol, acetone, ether, benzene)
- pKa: ~4.5–5.0 (weakly acidic due to –NO₂ and –Cl groups)
3. Chemical Structure
- SMILES: Oc1c(Cl)cc(N+[O-])cc1Cl
- InChI Key: UFDGKNKIRNQPGQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
4. Hazard and Safety Information
- GHS Classification:
- H302: Harmful if swallowed
- H315: Causes skin irritation
- H318: Causes serious eye damage
- H335: May cause respiratory irritation
- Precautionary Statements:
- P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume.
- P280: Wear gloves/eye protection.
- P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water.
- NFPA Rating:
- Health: 2 | Flammability: 1 | Reactivity: 0
5. Storage and Handling
- Storage Conditions: Keep in a cool, dry, dark place in a tightly sealed container.
- Stability: Stable under normal conditions but may decompose under strong light.
- Incompatibilities: Strong bases, reducing agents, and oxidizers.
6. Applications
- Chemical Intermediate: Used in dye and pesticide synthesis.
- Biocide: Acts as a fungicide and bactericide.
- Research: Used in organic chemistry for nitrophenol studies.
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