Description

Methyl-(2-Methyl-6-Nitro-Phenyl)-Amine is a specialized aromatic amine derivative characterized by its nitro and methyl substituents. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily required by industries involved in the research and production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and dyes and pigments.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with specific aromatic amine backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides where its nitroaniline structure is integral.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a foundational component for producing azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for novel organic compound synthesis and methodological studies.
• Chemical Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in multi-step synthetic routes to create more complex molecules for material science and specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl-(2-Methyl-6-Nitro-Phenyl)-Amine
CAS No.	70254-74-9
Molecular Formula	C8H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	166.18 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Methyl-2-methyl-6-nitroaniline; 2-Methyl-N-methyl-6-nitroaniline; 6-Nitro-o-toluidine, N-methyl-; N-Methyl-6-nitro-o-toluidine; 2-Methyl-6-nitro-N-methylaniline; Methyl(2-methyl-6-nitrophenyl)amine; (2-Methyl-6-nitrophenyl)methylamine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl-(2-Methyl-6-Nitro-Phenyl)-Amine is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of industrial and research-grade 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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to the nitro and amine functional groups, it should be stored separately from strong oxidizing agents and strong acids.

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	≤ 0.5%
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.