Description

2,4,6-Trimethylaniline is a versatile aromatic amine derivative characterized by its three methyl substituents on the aniline ring. This compound serves as a critical building block and intermediate in the synthesis of more complex chemical entities, valued for its role in introducing the mesitylamino functional group. It is primarily required by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and dye industries for producing active ingredients, pigments, and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Serves as a crucial intermediate for azo dyes, pigments, and other colorants.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a reagent and building block in organic synthesis and material science.
• Photographic Chemicals: Used in the production of certain photographic developers and sensitizers.
• Polymer Industry: Can act as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,6-Trimethylaniline
CAS No.	88-05-1
Molecular Formula	C9H13N
Molecular Weight	135.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Mesitylamine; 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzenamine; Aminomesitylene; Mesidine; 2-Amino-1,3,5-trimethylbenzene; 2,4,6-Trimethylphenylamine; Benzenamine, 2,4,6-trimethyl-
EINECS	201-794-7

Quality Control

Our 2,4,6-Trimethylaniline is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing results from tests including assay, chromatography, and physical property measurements. Our quality commitment ensures consistency and reliability for your critical synthesis processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature (store under inert atmosphere), it is recommended to store under an inert gas such as nitrogen for long-term preservation. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystalline mass
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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