Description

5-Methyl-4-Nitro-o-Anisidine is a high-purity organic intermediate of significant importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a versatile building block for creating complex molecules with specific functional properties. This compound is primarily needed by manufacturers in the dye and pigment, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for research and production-scale applications.

Application

5-Methyl-4-Nitro-o-Anisidine (CAS 134-19-0) serves as a critical precursor in several high-value industrial sectors. Its applications include:

• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: As a key intermediate in the synthesis of azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and other crop protection agents.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or building block in organic chemistry research for novel compound creation.
• Photographic Chemicals: Can be utilized in the synthesis of certain light-sensitive compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methyl-4-Nitro-o-Anisidine
CAS No.	134-19-0
Molecular Formula	C8H10N2O3
Molecular Weight	182.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitro-5-Methyl-o-Anisidine; 2-Methoxy-5-methyl-4-nitroaniline; 2-Amino-4-nitro-5-methoxytoluene; 5-Methyl-2-methoxy-4-nitroaniline; 4-Nitro-5-methyl-2-methoxyaniline; o-Anisidine, 5-methyl-4-nitro-; Fast Scarlet G Base
EINECS	205-138-7

Quality Control

Our production of 5-Methyl-4-Nitro-o-Anisidine adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency, purity, and compliance with customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee supply chain transparency and reliability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.