2-(p-Nitrophenoxy)ethylamine - Names and Identifiers
2-(p-Nitrophenoxy)ethylamine - Physico-chemical Properties
Molecular Formula | C8H10N2O3
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Molar Mass | 182.18 |
Density | 1.252 |
Melting Point | 29-30℃ |
Boling Point | 345.1°C at 760 mmHg |
Flash Point | 162.5°C |
Vapor Presure | 6.3E-05mmHg at 25°C |
Storage Condition | 2-8℃ |
Refractive Index | 1.568 |
2-(p-Nitrophenoxy)ethylamine - Introduction
2-(4-Nitrophenoxy) ethanamine is an organic compound with the chemical formula C8H10N2O4. It is a colorless to slightly yellow solid with a fishy odor at room temperature. It has good solubility and is soluble in water and common organic solvents.
2-(4-nitrophenoxy)ethanamine is mainly used in organic synthesis reactions, especially in the preparation of pesticides, glyphosate, endosulfan, grass chlorine, Accordion and other compounds. In addition, it can also be used in the fields of dye synthesis, pharmaceutical manufacturing and surfactants.
A common method for preparing 2-(4-nitrophenoxy)ethanamine is to react phenol with dibromoethane, and then obtain the target product through nitration. The specific preparation method is as follows:
1. adding phenol and dibromoethane in a suitable solvent;
2. under the appropriate temperature and reaction time, let the two react to generate 2-(4-bromoethoxy) phenol;
3. nitration of 2-(4-bromoethoxy) phenol with nitric acid, sulfuric acid and other mixtures to generate 2-(4-nitrophenoxy)ethanamine;
4. Crystallization, filtration, washing and drying are carried out to obtain the final product.
2-(4-nitrophenoxy)ethanamine is a toxic compound that is irritating and corrosive and should be avoided in contact with skin, eyes and respiratory tract. During operation, appropriate protective measures should be taken, such as wearing protective gloves, safety glasses and chemical gas cover. In the process of storage and transportation, it is necessary to prevent contact with combustibles, oxidants and other substances to avoid fire and explosion hazards.
Last Update:2024-04-09 02:00:47