20294-52-4

Basic information

• Product Name: 2,5-Dinitro-4-Methylphenol
• Synonyms: 2,5-Dinitro-4-Methylphenol;2,5-Dinitro-p-cresol;4-Methyl-2,5-dinitrophenol
• CAS NO: 20294-52-4
• Molecular Formula: C₇H₆N₂O₅
• Molecular Weight: 198.13294
• Mol File: 20294-52-4.mol
• Article Data: 2

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 112-113℃
• Boiling Point: 321.4±42.0 °C(Predicted)
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.550±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
• Storage Temp.: Room Temperature
• Solubility: Chloroform (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
• PKA: 5.68±0.24(Predicted)
• CAS DataBase Reference: 2,5-Dinitro-4-Methylphenol(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 2,5-Dinitro-4-Methylphenol(20294-52-4)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 2,5-Dinitro-4-Methylphenol(20294-52-4)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 20294-52-4(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

2,5-Dinitro-4-Methylphenol, also known as DNMP or dinoterb, is a chemical compound commonly used as a pesticide and fungicide. It belongs to the group of phenols and contains two nitro groups and a methyl group attached to a benzene ring. It is effective in controlling a wide range of fungal and bacterial diseases in crops and is particularly used in the protection of fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants. However, the use of DNMP has been restricted in some countries due to its potential harmful effects on human health and the environment, including its classification as a possible human carcinogen. Therefore, its production and use are regulated to ensure safe handling and disposal.

Upstream product

• 2042-14-0 4-methyl-5-nitrophenol 
• 106-44-5 p-cresol 

Downstream Products

• 112251-88-4 4-methyl-2,5-dinitroanisole 
• 5307-00-6 2-methyl-5-methoxy-1,4-phenylenediamine 
• 7509-11-7 1,2-dimethoxy-4-methyl-5-nitrobenzene 

Relevant articles and documents

Nitration of phenol, cresol, and anisole using ceric ammonium nitrate supported on a clay and on a pillared clay

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