Description

5-Ethyl-2-Methylaniline is a versatile aromatic amine derivative, serving as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules. Its value lies in providing a functionalized aniline core, enabling the production of high-performance dyes, pigments, and advanced pharmaceutical compounds. This product is essential for manufacturers in the agrochemical, specialty chemical, and pharmaceutical industries seeking reliable, high-purity building blocks for their synthesis processes.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediates: Key precursor in the synthesis of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the production of azo dyes and other high-value colorants for textiles, inks, and plastics.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Polymer Additives: Employed in the creation of antioxidants, light stabilizers, and other specialty additives for polymer systems.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis and chemical research in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Photographic Chemicals: Used in the formulation of certain photographic developers and sensitizers.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Ethyl-2-Methylaniline
CAS No.	17070-96-1
Molecular Formula	C9H13N
Molecular Weight	135.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-5-ethylaniline; 5-Ethyl-o-toluidine; 2-Amino-4-ethyltoluene; 4-Ethyl-2-aminotoluene; 2-Methyl-5-ethylbenzenamine; 5-Ethyl-2-methylbenzenamine; 1-Amino-2-methyl-5-ethylbenzene; 2-Methyl-5-ethylphenylamine
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Quality Control

Our 5-Ethyl-2-Methylaniline is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to confirm identity and meet stringent impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and specific test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in the original packaging or equivalent light-blocking material until use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	≤ 2.0% total

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