Uses
5-Methyl-2-nitroaniline has been used in the preparation of
N-(5-methyl-2-nitrophenyl)-4-[
N-(pyridin-3-ylmethoxy carbonyl)aminomethyl]benzamide.
Synthesis Reference(s)
The Journal of Organic Chemistry, 45, p. 4992, 1980
DOI: 10.1021/jo01312a039
General Description
Yellow leaflets (from water) or orange powder.
Air & Water Reactions
5-METHYL-2-NITROANILINE is sensitive to prolonged exposure to air. Insoluble in water.
Reactivity Profile
5-METHYL-2-NITROANILINE is incompatible with acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, chloroformates, and strong oxidizers .
Health Hazard
SYMPTOMS: Symptoms of exposure to 5-METHYL-2-NITROANILINE may include irritation. Structurally similar chemicals may cause methemoglobinemia.
Fire Hazard
Flash point data for 5-METHYL-2-NITROANILINE are not available; however, 5-METHYL-2-NITROANILINE is probably combustible.
Safety Profile
Mutation data reported. Whenheated to decomposition it emits toxic vapors of NOx.
