Amines
REACH
N-Methylaniline
CAS Number
100-61-8
EC Number
202-870-9
What is N-Methylaniline?
N-Methylaniline (CAS 100-61-8) is a secondary aromatic amine used as a chemical intermediate and functional additive in industrial manufacturing.
Where is N-Methylaniline used?
- Dye synthesis, curing reactions and stabilization processes
- Pigments and colorants: key building block for azo dyes and synthetic colorants in printing inks and packaging coatings
- Polymer formulation: crosslinking agent and curing accelerator
- Resin systems: improves network density and end-product durability
- Personal care: synthesis of intermediates for hair dye formulations and oxidative colorant systems
- Antioxidant function stabilizes certain polymer compounds during processing, extending material service life.
Commercial specifications
- Liquid at standard commercial purity levels
- Typically 98% to 99%+ for technical and synthesis-grade applications
- Packaging: drums and intermediate bulk containers (IBCs)
Other Names (Synonyms)
Methylaniline
What are the physical properties of N-Methylaniline?
Melting Point -57 °C
Boiling Point 196.25 °C
Density 0.989 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C
Flash Point 174 °F
Appearance N-Methylaniline is a yellow to light brown oily liquid with a weak, ammonia-like odor. Turns reddishbrown if left standing. The odor threshold is 1.7 ppm
Color Clear yellow to brown
Odor Moderate aniline-type.
Form Liquid
Water Solubility 30 g/L
Vapor Pressure 0.5 hPa (20 °C)
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.571(lit.)
pH 7.6 (1g/l, H2O, 20℃)
Log P 1.66 at 20℃
How is N-Methylaniline classified and handled safely? Learn More
Danger
GHS06· Toxic GHS08· Health Hazard GHS09· Environmental Hazard GHS07· Irritant
Hazard Statements
H227 Combustible liquid
H301 Toxic if swallowed
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H311 Toxic in contact with skin
Precautionary Statements
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to N-Methylaniline?
HS Code 29214200
UN Number 2294
ADR Class 6.1
Packing Group III
Storage Class 6.1C - Combustible acute toxic Cat.3
toxic compounds or compounds which causing chronic effects
WGK (Germany) 3