Description

3,6-Dimethyl-2-Nitroanilin is a specialized aromatic amine derivative, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized aromatic core with both nitro and amino groups, enabling precise chemical modifications for creating complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and dye industries who require high-purity building blocks for active ingredient and specialty chemical production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring substituted aniline structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides where its nitroaniline scaffold is incorporated into the final product.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for azo dyes and other complex colorants, contributing to chromophore development.
• Research & Development: A valuable building block in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the custom synthesis of specialty chemicals and performance materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,6-Dimethyl-2-Nitroanilin
CAS No.	15540-85-9
Molecular Formula	C8H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	166.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-3,6-dimethylaniline; 3,6-Dimethyl-2-nitrobenzenamine; 2-Amino-1,4-dimethyl-5-nitrobenzene; 1-Amino-2,5-dimethyl-4-nitrobenzene; 2,5-Dimethyl-4-nitroaniline; 3,6-Xylidine-2-nitro; 2-Nitro-3,6-xylidine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,6-Dimethyl-2-Nitroanilin is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for use as a synthesis intermediate. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

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

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.