Description

5-Chloro-2,4-Dimethoxyaniline is a versatile aromatic amine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual functionality, where the aniline group acts as a nucleophile and the chloro and methoxy substituents direct further electrophilic substitution, enabling the creation of complex heterocyclic and dye structures. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty dye industries who require high-purity intermediates for the development of active ingredients and functional colorants.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex heterocyclic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where its substituted aniline structure is incorporated into the final molecule.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a crucial intermediate for producing azo dyes, pigments, and other colorants for textiles, inks, and plastics.
• Research & Development: Employed in organic chemistry research for constructing novel molecular architectures and studying reaction mechanisms.
• Polymer Additives: Can be utilized in the synthesis of antioxidants, light stabilizers, and other functional additives for polymer systems.
• Chemical Sensor Development: Acts as a starting material for creating organic compounds used in chemosensors due to its electron-donating groups.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Chloro-2,4-Dimethoxyaniline
CAS No.	97-50-7
Molecular Formula	C8H10ClNO2
Molecular Weight	187.62 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-2,4-dimethoxybenzenamine; 2,4-Dimethoxy-5-chloroaniline; 5-Chloro-2,4-dimethoxyphenylamine; 1-Amino-5-chloro-2,4-dimethoxybenzene; C.I. 37040; Fast Blue R Base; Azoic Diazo Component 40; 97-50-7
EINECS	202-590-9

Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-2,4-Dimethoxyaniline is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for GMP or research purposes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature (store under inert atmosphere), it is recommended to keep the container under an inert gas (nitrogen or argon) after opening and minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	92 - 96 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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