Description

5-Nitro-o-Toluidinium Chloride is a specialized organic salt of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical intermediate for the production of dyes, pigments, and various high-value fine chemicals. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty colorant industries seeking reliable, high-purity building blocks.

Application

• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of azo dyes and complex organic pigments.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a building block for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other pharmacologically active compounds.
• Agrochemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of herbicides, pesticides, and other crop protection agents.
• Research & Development: Serves as a versatile reagent in organic chemistry research for introducing nitro and amino functional groups.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Utilized in the production of complex specialty chemicals and functional materials.
• Photographic Chemicals: Can be used in the synthesis of certain light-sensitive compounds.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	5-Nitro-o-Toluidinium Chloride
CAS No.	51085-52-0
Molecular Formula	C7H9N2O2Cl
Molecular Weight	188.61 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-5-nitroanilinium Chloride; 5-Nitro-2-methylanilinium Chloride; 2-Amino-4-nitrotoluene Hydrochloride; o-Toluidine, 5-nitro-, hydrochloride; 5-Nitro-2-toluidinium Chloride; 5-Nitro-o-toluidine hydrochloride; 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzenaminium chloride
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Quality Control

Our 5-Nitro-o-Toluidinium Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters, and specifications can be aligned with customer requirements for specific applications.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.