2,6-dimethylaniline
Also known as: 2,6-xylidine, 2-amino-1,3-dimethylbenzene, 1-amino-2,6-dimethylbenzene, 2,6-dimethylbenzenamine, 2,6-dimethylphenylamine, 2,6-dimethylbenzeneamine, o-xylidine
2,6-dimethylaniline (CAS 87-62-7) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H11N and a molecular weight of 121.180 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 10-12 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 217.9±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 91.1±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 87-62-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-38073-4
- Molecular Formula
- C8H11N
- Molecular Weight
- 121.180 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Bases
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 10-12 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 217.9±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 91.1±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 121.089149 |
| PSA | 26.02000 |
| LogP | 1.86 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.559 |
| Additional Property | 7.5 g/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
- H351 — Suspected of causing cancer
- H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2921430090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS:2921430090 toluidines and their derivatives; salts thereof VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2,6-dimethylaniline?
The CAS number of 2,6-dimethylaniline is 87-62-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,6-dimethylaniline?
2,6-dimethylaniline has molecular formula C8H11N and molecular weight 121.180 g/mol.
Is 2,6-dimethylaniline hazardous?
2,6-dimethylaniline has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,6-dimethylaniline?
For 2,6-dimethylaniline, Upstream Products: 2,6-Dimethylphenylboronic acid, 2-bromo-1,3-dimethylbenzene, 2-Chloro-1,3-dimethylbenzene; Downstream Products: N-(2,6-Dimethylphenyl)formamide, 2,6-dimethyl-p-benzoquinone, 2,6-Dimethyl-1-nitrobenzene.
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