Description

2,6-Diethyl-Acetanilide is a high-purity organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced 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 pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for research and production-scale applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted aniline core structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators where the diethyl-substituted aniline moiety is required.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for producing specific azo dyes and organic pigments.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Potential use as a building block in the synthesis of electron-transport or host materials for electronic applications.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in research for creating novel ligands in coordination chemistry and catalytic systems.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D exploring new organic reactions and compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Diethyl-Acetanilide
CAS No.	16665-89-7
Molecular Formula	C12H17NO
Molecular Weight	191.27 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(2,6-Diethylphenyl)acetamide; Acetamide, N-(2,6-diethylphenyl)-; 2',6'-Diethylacetanilide; 2,6-DEA; N-Acetyl-2,6-diethylaniline
EINECS	240-706-5

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Diethyl-Acetanilide is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for all commercial shipments. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	92 - 96 °C
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.