5-Methyl-2-nitroaniline has been used in the preparation of N-(5-methyl-2-nitrophenyl)-4-[N-(pyridin-3-ylmethoxy carbonyl)aminomethyl]benzamide.
Yellow leaflets (from water) or orange powder.
5-METHYL-2-NITROANILINE is sensitive to prolonged exposure to air. Insoluble in water.
5-METHYL-2-NITROANILINE is incompatible with acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, chloroformates, and strong oxidizers .
SYMPTOMS: Symptoms of exposure to 5-METHYL-2-NITROANILINE may include irritation. Structurally similar chemicals may cause methemoglobinemia.
Flash point data for 5-METHYL-2-NITROANILINE are not available; however, 5-METHYL-2-NITROANILINE is probably combustible.
Mutation data reported. Whenheated to decomposition it emits toxic vapors of NOx.