1,2-Dimethyl-4,5-dinitrobenzene

1,2-Dimethyl-4,5-dinitrobenzene - Names and Identifiers

Name	1,2-Dimethoxy-4,5-dinitrobenzene
Synonyms	AKOS 90698 4,5-DINITRO VERATROLE 1,5-dimethoxy-2,4dinitrobenzene 1,2-Dimethyl-4,5-dinitrobenzene 1,2-DIMETHOXY-4,5-DINITROBENZENE 1,5-Dimethoxy-2,4-dinitrobenzene 1,4-DIMETHOXY-2,5-DINITROBENZENE 4,5-Dinitro-1,2-dimethoxybenzene 1,2-Dimethoxy-4,5-dinitrobenzene 1,2-DINITRO-4,5-DIMETHOXYBENZENE 1,5-dimethoxy-2,4-dinitrobenzene 4,5-Dinitrocatechol dimethyl ether
CAS	3395-03-7 1210-96-4
EINECS	000-000-0
InChI	InChI=1/C8H8N2O6/c1-15-7-3-5(9(11)12)6(10(13)14)4-8(7)16-2/h3-4H,1-2H3

1,2-Dimethyl-4,5-dinitrobenzene - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C8H8N2O6
Molar Mass	228.16
Density	1.416±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
Melting Point	131-134°C
Boling Point	410.4±40.0 °C(Predicted)
Flash Point	205.7°C
Vapor Presure	1.43E-06mmHg at 25°C
BRN	2055812
Storage Condition	Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
Refractive Index	1.567

1,2-Dimethyl-4,5-dinitrobenzene - Risk and Safety

Hazard Symbols	Xi - Irritant
Risk Codes	R5 - Heating may cause an explosion R20/21/22 - Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
Safety Description	S22 - Do not breathe dust. S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
UN IDs	2811
Hazard Class	6.1
Packing Group	III

1,2-Dimethyl-4,5-dinitrobenzene - Introduction

1,2-dimethoxy-4, 5-dinitrobenzene is an organic compound with the chemical formula C8H8N2O6. The following is a description of some properties, uses, methods and safety information about 1,2-dimethoxy-4, 5-dinitrobenzene:

Nature:
1,2-dimethoxy-4, 5-dinitrobenzene is a yellow crystalline solid with a strong odor. Its melting point is about 105-107 degrees Celsius. This compound is stable under acidic conditions, but hydrolyzes under basic conditions. It is a flammable and explosive substance and requires attention to safe operation.

Use:
1,2-dimethoxy-4, 5-dinitrobenzene is mainly used in the military field as a component of explosives and propellants. It can also be used in the synthesis of dyes and oxidation and substitution reactions in organic synthesis.

Preparation Method:
The preparation of 1,2-dimethoxy-4, 5-dinitrobenzene is usually obtained by nitration of p-methoxyphenol. First, methoxy phenol is dissolved in concentrated nitric acid, and then nitrosulfonate mixed acid is slowly added dropwise, and the product is obtained by reaction. Finally, a crystalline solid of 1,2-Dimethoxy-4,5-dinitrobenzene was obtained by a crystallization process.

Safety Information:
1,2-dimethoxy-4, 5-dinitrobenzene is a toxic and irritating compound that may cause irritation, eye and respiratory tract damage in contact with skin and inhalation of its vapors. It is a flammable substance, and heating or contact with an open flame may cause an explosion. Therefore, appropriate protective measures must be taken when handling the compound, including wearing protective gloves, goggles and appropriate gas masks, and ensuring that the operation is carried out in a well-ventilated area. In addition, the compound needs to be properly stored and separated from combustibles and oxidants.

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