Description

Benzenamine, 2,4-Dichloro-5-Methyl-, Hydrochloride CAS NO 378245-11-5 is a high-purity, halogenated aniline hydrochloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive aromatic amine core with specific substitution patterns, enabling the construction of complex molecules with targeted properties. This intermediate is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a dichloro-methyl aniline moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where its halogenated structure contributes to biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for producing azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, ligands for catalysts, and other specialty polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block for exploring new reaction pathways and creating novel chemical entities in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenamine, 2,4-Dichloro-5-Methyl-, Hydrochloride
CAS No.	378245-11-5
Molecular Formula	C7H8Cl2N • HCl
Molecular Weight	212.51 g/mol (Free base: 176.05 g/mol)
Synonyms	2,4-Dichloro-5-methylaniline hydrochloride; 5-Methyl-2,4-dichloroaniline hydrochloride; 2,4-Dichloro-5-methylbenzenamine hydrochloride; 3,5-Dichloro-4-aminotoluene hydrochloride; 4-Amino-3,5-dichlorotoluene hydrochloride; 2,4-Dichloro-5-methylphenylamine hydrochloride; 5-Amino-2,4-dichlorotoluene hydrochloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzenamine, 2,4-Dichloro-5-Methyl-, Hydrochloride is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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