Description

2-Hydroxylamino-6-Nitrotoluene is a specialized aromatic nitro compound with a hydroxylamino functional group, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure makes it valuable for constructing complex molecules where controlled nitration and subsequent functional group transformations are required. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of heterocyclic compounds and targeted small molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific nitro-aromatic precursors.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of azo dyes and other complex colorants, leveraging its reactive nitro and amino groups.
• Chemical Research & Development: An essential reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including nitration, reduction, and coupling reactions.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with specific electronic or photonic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxylamino-6-Nitrotoluene
CAS No.	5805-95-8
Molecular Formula	C7H8N2O3
Molecular Weight	168.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzenamine, N-hydroxy-; 6-Nitro-2-hydroxylaminotoluene; 1-Hydroxyamino-2-methyl-3-nitrobenzene; 2-Hydroxyamino-6-nitrotoluene; o-Hydroxylamino-m-nitrotoluene; Benzenamine, N-hydroxy-2-methyl-3-nitro-; 3-Nitro-2-hydroxylaminotoluene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Hydroxylamino-6-Nitrotoluene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the precise requirements for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange 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 (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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