Description

4-Fluoro-2-Methyl-6-Nitroaniline is a high-purity, fine chemical intermediate characterized by its distinct aniline structure substituted with fluorine, methyl, and nitro groups. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of specific functional groups into complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides where the fluorine substituent enhances biological activity and stability.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for synthesizing specialized azo dyes and organic pigments, contributing to color fastness and specific hue properties.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its electron-withdrawing nitro and fluorine groups.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on novel organic reactions, catalysis, and methodology development.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-2-Methyl-6-Nitroaniline
CAS No.	147285-87-8
Molecular Formula	C7H7FN2O2
Molecular Weight	170.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-4-fluoro-6-nitroaniline; 6-Nitro-2-methyl-4-fluoroaniline; 4-Fluoro-6-nitro-o-toluidine; 2-Amino-3-fluoro-5-nitrotoluene; 2-Methyl-6-nitro-4-fluoroaniline; Benzenamine, 4-fluoro-2-methyl-6-nitro-; 4-Fluoro-2-methyl-6-nitrobenzenamine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Fluoro-2-Methyl-6-Nitroaniline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, GC for residual solvents, and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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