Description

5-Iodo-4-Methyl-2-Nitro-Phenylamine is a halogenated nitroaniline derivative, a versatile and high-value organic intermediate prized for its unique reactivity profile. This compound is critical for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it serves as a key building block for active ingredients. Research and development laboratories, as well as fine chemical manufacturers, rely on this material for its ability to introduce specific functional groups into target structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring halogen and nitro group functionalities for bioactivity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where its structural elements contribute to product efficacy and selectivity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a foundational component for producing specialized azo dyes and complex organic pigments, imparting color stability and specific hues.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or photoactive components, due to its electron-accepting nitro group.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The iodine substituent makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck), enabling the construction of complex biaryl structures.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized as a starting material for synthesizing novel ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and other advanced catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Iodo-4-Methyl-2-Nitro-Phenylamine
CAS No.	97113-38-7
Molecular Formula	C7H7IN2O2
Molecular Weight	278.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-5-iodo-4-methyl-1-nitrobenzene; 4-Methyl-2-nitro-5-iodoaniline; 5-Iodo-4-methyl-2-nitroaniline; 97113-38-7; Benzenamine, 5-iodo-4-methyl-2-nitro-; 2-Nitro-5-iodo-p-toluidine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Iodo-4-Methyl-2-Nitro-Phenylamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.