2,6-Xylidine
- CAS Number
- 87-62-7
- HSN Code
- 29214910
- Molecular Formula
- C8H11N
- Catalogue Number
- AL4811
- Purity
- 98% min
- Molecular Weight
- 121.18 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
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GMP
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Key Properties
2,6-dimethylaniline is a primary arylamine that is aniline in which the hydrogens at the 2- and 6-positions are replaced by methyl groups. It is used in the production of some anasthetics and other chemicals.
Also known as 2,6-Dimethylaniline.
- Catalogue No.
- AL4811
- CAS Number
- 87-62-7
- Molecular Formula
- C8H11N
- Molecular Weight
- 121.18 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29214910
- Grade
- 98% Extra Pure
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 11.2 °C; Boiling point: 216 °C; Flash point: 91 °C (196 °F) - closed cup; Density: 0.9842 g/cu cm at 20 °C; Solubility: In water, 8240 ppm at 25 °C.
- Appearance
- Yellow liquid
- Shelf Life
- -
- Packaging
- Available in: 250 ml glass bottle, 2.5 Lt glass bottle
- Storage
- Separated from strong oxidants, acids, acid anhydrides, acid chlorides, hypochlorites, halogens and food and feedstuffs. Well closed. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- 2,6-Xylidine
- Catalogue No.
- AL4811
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 87-62-7
- EC Number
- 201-758-7
- Grade
- 98% Extra Pure
- EC Index Number
- 612-002-00-7
- Chemical Formula
- C8H11N
- HSN Code
- 29214910
- Synonyms
- 2,6-Dimethylaniline
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Synthetic intermediate in pharmaceuticals and chemical synthesis.
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Acute Tox. 4; Skin Irrit. 2; STOT SE 3; Carc. 2; Aquatic Chronic 2
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 6896 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Irritant, Health Hazard, Environmental Hazard
- Signal word
- Warning
- Hazard statements
- H302: Harmful if swallowed; H312: Harmful in contact with skin; H315: Causes skin irritation; H332: Harmful if inhaled; H335: May cause respiratory irritation; H351: Suspected of causing cancer; H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Suspected carcinogen; may cause skin and respiratory irritation.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- 2,6-Xylidine
- CAS No.
- 87-62-7
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth and seek medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Headache, dizziness, nausea, respiratory distress, skin irritation.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Vapors are heavier than air and will collect in low areas. Containers may explode in fire.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area and ventilate. Contain spill and absorb with inert material.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: chemical protection suit and filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use in a fume hood.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Separated from strong oxidants, acids, acid anhydrides, acid chlorides, hypochlorites, halogens and food and feedstuffs. Well closed. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Handle with gloves.
- Eye protection
- Face shield and safety glasses. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Colorless to pale yellow
- Odour
- Characteristic odor
- Odour threshold
- Not specified
- pH value
- Not specified
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not specified
- Melting point
- 11.2 °C
- Freezing point
- Not specified
- Boiling point
- 216 °C
- Flash point
- 91 °C (196 °F) - closed cup
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 520 °C
- Decomposition temperature
- Not specified
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not applicable
- Vapour pressure
- 0.125 mm Hg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 4.2 (Air = 1)
- Density
- 0.9842 g/cu cm at 20 °C
- Solubility
- In water, 8240 ppm at 25 °C
- Log Pow
- 1.84
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not specified
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not specified
- Explosive properties
- Not applicable
- Oxidising properties
- Not applicable
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions; may react with strong oxidizing agents.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on burning. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including nitrogen oxides. Reacts violently with strong oxidants.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizers, strong acids.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 840 mg/kg; LD50 Rat oral 1230 mg/kg bw.; LD50 Mouse oral 707 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H315: Causes skin irritation
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- H351: Suspected of causing cancer
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- H335: May cause respiratory irritation
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- 1711
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- 1711
- UN-No. (IATA)
- 1711
- UN-No. (ADN)
- 1711
- UN-No. (RID)
- 1711
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- 2,6-Xylidine
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- 2,6-Xylidine
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- 2,6-Xylidine
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- 2,6-Xylidine
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- 2,6-Xylidine
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 6.1
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- II
- Packing group (IMDG)
- II
- Packing group (IATA)
- II
- Packing group (ADN)
- II
- Packing group (RID)
- II
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
2,6-Xylidine is primarily used as a key precursor in the synthesis of lidocaine, a local anesthetic widely employed in medical procedures. Beyond its pharmaceutical applications, it serves as an intermediate in the production of dyes, agrochemicals, and other organic compounds. The compound is also utilized in research settings for the development of new anesthetic agents and in the study of amine chemistry. Its role in the synthesis of various chemical products makes it valuable in both industrial and laboratory environments.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL1583C
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 121.18 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Description | Pale yellow -brown colored liquid | Pale yellow -brown colored liquid |
| Assay | (Min.) 98.0% | 98.34% |
| d20°/4°C | 0.979 - 0.981g | 0.980g |
| Refractive index | About 1.5601 | 1.5601 |
| Melting range | 10 - 12°C | 11.1°C |
The above product complies with LR grade
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% Extra Pure | 98% min | m.p. 11.2 °C; b.p. 216 °C | 0.5% max | 0.1% max | Not more than 1% | In water, 8240 ppm at 25 °C |
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