Description

4-Chloro-o-Toluidine Hydrochloride is a key organic intermediate in the form of a hydrochloride salt, offering enhanced stability and handling properties for industrial synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the production of complex molecules, particularly dyes, pigments, and agrochemicals. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical sectors seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of azo dyes and organic pigments, providing the essential chloroaniline moiety for color development.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as an intermediate in the production of herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, where its specific aromatic structure is incorporated into active ingredients.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a building block in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in molecules requiring substituted aniline structures.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in organic synthesis for the introduction of the 4-chloro-2-methylaniline group into more complex molecular architectures.
• Photographic Chemicals: Can be utilized in the synthesis of certain compounds used in photographic development processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-o-Toluidine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	3165-93-3
Molecular Formula	C7H9Cl2N
Molecular Weight	178.06 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloro-2-methylaniline hydrochloride; 2-Amino-5-chlorotoluene hydrochloride; 4-Chloro-2-toluidine hydrochloride; 5-Chloro-2-aminotoluene hydrochloride; 2-Methyl-4-chloroaniline hydrochloride; o-Toluidine, 4-chloro-, hydrochloride; 4-Chloro-2-methylbenzenamine hydrochloride
EINECS	221-627-8

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-o-Toluidine Hydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your requirements.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	245°C - 255°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.