Description

5-Iodo-2-Methylaniline is a halogenated aniline derivative, a versatile organic intermediate prized for its iodine substituent which facilitates further functionalization. This compound matters for enabling precise chemical synthesis in advanced manufacturing, offering a critical building block for complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug discovery, crop protection, and material science research.

Application

• As a key synthetic intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• In the synthesis of advanced agrochemicals, including herbicides and fungicides.
• As a precursor for functional dyes, pigments, and advanced organic materials.
• In organic light-emitting diode (OLED) and electronic material research.
• For the preparation of ligands and catalysts used in cross-coupling reactions.
• As a building block in academic and industrial research for heterocyclic compound synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Iodo-2-Methylaniline
CAS No.	83863-33-6
Molecular Formula	C7H8IN
Molecular Weight	233.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-4-iodotoluene; 2-Methyl-5-iodoaniline; 4-Iodo-2-aminotoluene; 5-Iodo-o-toluidine; 5-Iodo-2-methylbenzenamine; 2-Methyl-5-iodobenzenamine; 5-Iodo-2-toluidine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Iodo-2-Methylaniline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every 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, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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