Description

2-Amino-4-Chlorotoluene Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt derivative of toluidine, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive aromatic amine group protected in a stable, crystalline hydrochloride form, ensuring consistent performance and simplified handling. This intermediate is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and dye industries who require reliable, high-quality raw materials for producing active ingredients and specialty colorants.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with chlorinated aromatic amine structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides where the chlorotoluene moiety is integral to biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Serves as a diazo component or coupling agent in the creation of azo dyes and organic pigments, contributing to color fastness and hue.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis for introducing the 2-amino-4-chlorotoluene group into more complex molecules.
• Polymer Additives: Can be utilized in the production of specialty polymers and as a component in corrosion inhibitors or stabilizers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-4-Chlorotoluene Hydrochloride
CAS No.	6259-42-3
Molecular Formula	C7H9Cl2N
Molecular Weight	190.06 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloro-2-methylaniline hydrochloride; 2-Methyl-4-chloroaniline hydrochloride; 4-Chloro-o-toluidine hydrochloride; 2-Amino-4-chloro-1-methylbenzene hydrochloride; 4-Chloro-2-toluidine hydrochloride; 2-Methyl-4-chlorobenzenamine hydrochloride; o-Toluidine, 4-chloro-, hydrochloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-4-Chlorotoluene Hydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for industrial and research use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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