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4-Methyl-2,6-dinitrophenol (CAS 609-93-8)

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Alternate Names:
2,6-Dinitro-4-methylphenol; 2,6-Dinitro-p-cresol, 3,5-Dinitro-4-hydroxytoluene
CAS Number:
609-93-8
Purity:
≥98%
Molecular Weight:
198.13
Molecular Formula:
C7H6N2O5
Supplemental Information:
This is classified as a Dangerous Good for transport and may be subject to additional shipping charges.
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
* Refer to Certificate of Analysis for lot specific data.

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4-Methyl-2,6-dinitrophenol is a synthetic yellow crystalline solid. This compound finds widespread use in diverse scientific research applications owing to its unique properties. Notably, 4-Methyl-2,6-dinitrophenol serves as a versatile reagent, oxidizing agent, and reducing agent, enabling its application in various research endeavors. It has also been employed as a fluorescent probe and as a reactant for synthesizing other compounds in laboratory experiments. The mechanism of action underlying the properties of 4-Methyl-2,6-dinitrophenol involves electron transfer. Functioning as an oxidizing agent, it donates electrons to other molecules, promoting their oxidation and enabling their application in various scientific research pursuits.


4-Methyl-2,6-dinitrophenol (CAS 609-93-8) References

  1. Hydrogen peroxide photolysis, fenton reagent and photo-fenton for the degradation of nitrophenols: a comparative study.  |  Goi, A. and Trapido, M. 2002. Chemosphere. 46: 913-22. PMID: 11922072
  2. Sorption of aromatic ionizable organic compounds to montmorillonites modified by hexadecyltrimethyl ammonium and polydiallyldimethyl ammonium.  |  Xu, H., et al. 2011. J Environ Qual. 40: 1895-902. PMID: 22031573

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4-Methyl-2,6-dinitrophenol, 25 g

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25 g
$53.00