Description

2-Methyl-6-Nitroanisole is a specialized organic intermediate characterized by its methoxy and nitro substituents on a methylated benzene ring. This compound matters as a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis, offering precise reactivity for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex aromatic backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and other crop protection agents where its nitroanisole structure provides specific biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing azo dyes and other colorants, leveraging the nitro group for chromophore development.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Potential intermediate in the research and development of electron-transport or emissive layer materials for electronic displays.
• Liquid Crystal Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of certain liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-6-Nitroanisole
CAS No.	18102-29-9
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO3
Molecular Weight	167.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methoxy-2-methyl-3-nitrobenzene; 2-Methyl-3-nitroanisole; 3-Nitro-2-methylanisole; 2-Methyl-6-nitro-1-methoxybenzene; o-Cresol, 6-nitro-, methyl ether; 6-Nitro-o-cresol methyl ether; Methyl 2-methyl-6-nitrophenyl ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-6-Nitroanisole is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 light brown crystalline powder or solid
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.