2-Methyl-6-nitroaniline

Synonym(s):2-Amino-3-nitrotoluene;6-Nitro-o-toluidine

Redish-Brown Solid

2-Methyl-6-nitroaniline (cas# 570-24-1) is a compound useful in organic synthesis. Dyes and metabolites, Environmental Testing

Orange-yellow prisms or brown granular powder.

2-Methyl-6-nitroaniline is sensitive to prolonged exposure to air. Insoluble in water.

2-Methyl-6-nitroaniline is incompatible with acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, chloroformates, and strong oxidizers.

Flash point data for 2-Methyl-6-nitroaniline are not available, but 2-Methyl-6-nitroaniline is probably combustible.

Melting point:	93-96 °C (lit.)
Boiling point:	124 °C / 1mmHg
Density	1.19 g/cm3
refractive index	1.6276 (estimate)
Flash point:	110 °C
storage temp.	Keep in dark place,Inert atmosphere,Room temperature
solubility	<1mg/l
form	Crystalline Powder
pka	-0.44±0.25(Predicted)
color	Brownish
Water Solubility	<0.1 g/100 mL at 23 ºC
BRN	1868029
CAS DataBase Reference	570-24-1(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference	2-Methyl-6-nitroaniline(570-24-1)
EPA Substance Registry System	2-Methyl-6-nitroaniline (570-24-1)

Signal word	Danger
Pictogram(s)	Skull and Crossbones Acute Toxicity GHS06 Health Hazard GHS08 Environment GHS09
GHS Hazard Statements	H373:Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure H410:Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard
Precautionary Statement Codes	P273:Avoid release to the environment. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P314:Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P301+P310:IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.