2,6-Dichlorotoluene CAS 118-69-4 – High Purity Intermediate for Agrochemical, Pharmaceutical & Dye Industries

2,6-Dichlorotoluene (CAS: 118-69-4) is a versatile chlorinated aromatic intermediate. With ≥99% purity, it serves as a key raw material for multiple downstream industries. Below we detail its applications by sector to help you identify the right grade and specification for your production needs.

1. Agrochemical Industry

Application: Synthesis of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides

2,6-Dichlorotoluene is widely used as a precursor in the production of:

• Dinitroaniline herbicides (e.g., Pendimethalin, Trifluralin) – for pre-emergence weed control in corn, soybean, and cotton

• Chlorinated fungicides – protecting crops from fungal diseases

• Pyrethroid insecticides – enhancing stability and efficacy

Why Choose Our Product for Agrochemicals:

• ≥99% purity ensures consistent reaction yield

• Low isomer impurities (≤0.5% 2-chlorotoluene) minimizes side reactions

• Stable supply for large-scale pesticide manufacturing

2. Pharmaceutical Industry

Application: Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) intermediate

2,6-Dichlorotoluene is used in the synthesis of:

• Antifungal agents – including imidazole and triazole derivatives

• Antimicrobial compounds – for topical and systemic applications

• Anti-inflammatory drug intermediates

Key Benefits for Pharma Manufacturers:

• High purity (≥99%) meets stringent API intermediate requirements

• Batch-to-batch consistency for reproducible synthesis

• Available with COA (Certificate of Analysis) and HPLC/GC test reports

3. Dye & Pigment Industry

Application: Intermediate for high-performance dyes and pigments

2,6-Dichlorotoluene is employed in the production of:

• Azo dyes – for textiles, leather, and paper

• Pigment intermediates – for printing inks and industrial coatings

• Optical brighteners – for plastics and detergents

Advantages for Dye Manufacturers:

• High chemical purity ensures vibrant color yield

• Low moisture content (≤0.1%) prevents undesired side reactions

• Reliable supply for continuous production lines

4. Other Fine Chemical Applications

• Polymer additives – as a building block for specialty polymers

• Rubber chemicals – anti-degradants and vulcanization accelerators

• Flame retardants – chlorinated aromatic intermediates

• Photoinitiators – for UV-curable coatings and adhesives

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