CAS 34648-99-2

4-chloro-2-methyl-5-nitroaniline

Description:

4-Chloro-2-methyl-5-nitroaniline is an organic compound characterized by its aromatic amine structure, which includes a chloro group, a methyl group, and a nitro group attached to a benzene ring. The presence of these substituents influences its chemical properties, making it a polar compound with potential solubility in polar solvents. It typically appears as a solid at room temperature and may exhibit a yellow to brown color. This compound is known for its applications in the synthesis of dyes, pigments, and pharmaceuticals, owing to its reactivity and ability to undergo various chemical transformations. Additionally, 4-chloro-2-methyl-5-nitroaniline can be involved in electrophilic aromatic substitution reactions due to the electron-withdrawing nature of the nitro group and the electron-donating effect of the amino group. Safety considerations are important, as it may pose health risks if inhaled or ingested, and proper handling and disposal procedures should be followed in laboratory settings.

Formula: C₇H₇ClN₂O₂

InChI: InChI=1/C7H7ClN2O2/c1-4-2-5(8)7(10(11)12)3-6(4)9/h2-3H,9H2,1H3

SMILES: Cc1cc(c(cc1N)N(=O)=O)Cl

Synonyms:

• Benzenamine, 4-chloro-2-methyl-5-nitro-
• 4-Chloro-2-methyl-5-nitroaniline
• 4-Chloro-5-nitro-o-toluidine (NH2=1)
• 4-Chloro-2-methyl-5-nitro-phenylamine
• 4-CHLORO-5-NITRO-2-TOLUIDINE

4-Chloro-2-methyl-5-nitroaniline

CAS: 34648-99-2

4-Chloro-2-methyl-5-nitroaniline

Purity: 95%

Molecular weight: 186.6g/mol

Ref: 54-OR1046191

4-Chloro-2-methyl-5-nitroaniline

CAS: 34648-99-2

4-Chloro-2-methyl-5-nitroaniline is an organic compound with the chemical formula C6H4ClNO2. It is a nitro derivative of aniline. 4-Chloro-2-methyl-5-nitroaniline is a white solid that is soluble in water, alcohols, and ethers. It has a melting point around 206 °C and decomposes at temperatures over 350 °C. This compound can be obtained by reacting hydroxylamine with nitrous acid and chlorinating 2,5-dimethylaniline. The sequence of reactions can be summarized as follows: hydroxy group to nitro group, nitro group to methyl group, methyl group to acetyl or acetylamino, acetyl or acetylamino to acetylation or methylation, transformation from hydroxyl group to amino group and esterification from acid hydrazide to acid group.

Formula: C₇H₇ClN₂O₂

Purity: Min. 95%

Molecular weight: 186.59 g/mol

Ref: 3D-JBA64899