Description

(2-Chloro-4-Methylphenyl)Methanamine is a versatile aromatic amine building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a chloro and a methyl substituent on the phenyl ring, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a substituted benzylamine scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its chlorinated aromatic structure contributes to biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a building block for azo dyes and other complex colorants, influencing hue and fastness properties.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or chain modifier in the production of specialty polymers, such as polyamides or epoxy hardeners.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in research for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on medicinal chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Chloro-4-Methylphenyl)Methanamine
CAS No.	69957-96-6
Molecular Formula	C8H10ClN
Molecular Weight	155.62 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Chloro-4-methylphenyl)methanamine; 2-Chloro-4-methylbenzylamine; (2-Chloro-p-tolyl)methanamine; α-Amino-2-chloro-4-methyltoluene; 2-Chloro-4-methylbenzenemethanamine; Benzenemethanamine, 2-chloro-4-methyl-; 2-Chloro-4-methylbenzyl amine
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Quality Control

Our (2-Chloro-4-Methylphenyl)Methanamine is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent composition. We provide full traceability and a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its amine functionality, it should be stored separately from strong oxidizing agents and acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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