Description

2-Methyl-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Aniline is a versatile fluorinated aromatic amine building block of significant commercial importance. Its core value lies in the unique combination of the electron-donating amine group and the electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl group, which makes it a critical intermediate in the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring fluorinated aromatic motifs to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating fluorinated components in electronic display technologies and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the production of specialized dyes and pigments where the fluorine atoms contribute to color fastness and unique chromatic properties.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or curing agent in the synthesis of high-performance polymers, imparting chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: A valuable substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Buchwald-Hartwig amination) for constructing complex nitrogen-containing aromatic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Aniline
CAS No.	88301-98-8
Molecular Formula	C8H8F3N
Molecular Weight	175.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-6-(trifluoromethyl)benzenamine; 6-Amino-3-methylbenzotrifluoride; 2-Amino-3-methylbenzotrifluoride; 3-Methyl-α,α,α-trifluoro-o-toluidine; 2-Methyl-α,α,α-trifluoro-m-toluidine; 2-Methyl-6-trifluoromethylaniline; Benzenamine, 2-methyl-6-(trifluoromethyl)-; o-Methyl-α,α,α-trifluoro-m-toluidine
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Aniline is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for critical applications in pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in light-resistant secondary packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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