Meta Nitro Chloro Benzene

Meta Nitro Chloro Benzene (MNCB), also known as 3-Nitrochlorobenzene, is an aromatic nitro compound with the molecular formula C₆H₄ClNO₂ and CAS No. 121-73-3. It appears as a light yellow to brown liquid or crystalline solid, depending on purity and temperature. MNCB is a key intermediate in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, agrochemicals, and pharmaceuticals. It is primarily used in the synthesis of meta-amino chlorobenzene, which serves as a building block for azo dyes and rubber chemicals. Produced via nitration of chlorobenzene under controlled conditions, MNCB offers high purity (≥99.5%) and consistent performance in downstream reactions. It is soluble in alcohol and ether, but insoluble in water. Indian manufacturers supply MNCB in bulk quantities using ISO tanks or MS drums, with strict adherence to safety and environmental standards. Its stability, reactivity, and compatibility with electrophilic substitution make it a preferred choice for chemical formulators across industries.