2,3-Diaminotoluene
- CAS No.2687-25-4
- GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
- Availability● In Stock
High-purity 2,3-Diaminotoluene (CAS 2687-25-4) is a key aromatic diamine intermediate widely used in dye manufacturing and advanced organic synthesis.
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Product Overview
2,3-Diaminotoluene (CAS 2687-25-4) is a high-value aromatic diamine compound with the molecular formula C7H10N2 and a molecular weight of 122.17 g/mol. It appears as gray to light brown crystalline solid and is characterized by its excellent reactivity in electrophilic substitution and condensation reactions. This compound serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of specialty dyes, pigments, and complex heterocyclic systems.
Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C7H10N2 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 122.17 g/mol |
| Appearance | Gray to light brown crystals |
| Purity (GC) | ≥99% |
| Melting Point | 60–65°C |
| Water Content | ≤0.2% |
| Packaging | 25 kg/bag |
Industrial Applications
As a versatile chemical intermediate, 2,3-Diaminotoluene is primarily employed in the following industrial domains:
- Synthesis of azo dyes and sulfur dyes for textile and printing applications
- Production of benzimidazole derivatives used in agrochemicals and corrosion inhibitors
- Key precursor in the development of functional polymers and epoxy curing agents
- Intermediate in the preparation of pharmaceutical scaffolds via multistep organic synthesis
Its dual amine functionality enables selective derivatization, making it indispensable in fine chemical manufacturing where regioselectivity and molecular precision are required.
