2,6-Difluoroaniline
A high-purity difluorinated aromatic amine supplied as a liquid for herbicide, pharmaceutical and fine chemical intermediate synthesis.
What is 2,6-Difluoroaniline?
2,6-Difluoroaniline is a colourless to pale yellow liquid with fluorine atoms on both carbons next to the amino group.
Two ortho fluorines pull electron density from the nitrogen and fix the geometry of whatever is attached to it, while adding very little bulk. That combination is valued in sulfonamide herbicides such as the triazolopyrimidine class, and in fluorinated drug design.
At Chelora Agrochem, 2,6-difluoroaniline is distilled to high assay with isomer content and water held to specification.
Quick facts
- Appearance
- Colourless to pale yellow liquid
- Odour
- Characteristic amine odour
- Solubility
- Slightly soluble in water; soluble in organic solvents
- Function
- Chemical intermediate
- Grade
- Technical / pharma intermediate
Formula diagram
Aniline ring with fluorine at both ortho positions
- Molecular formulaC6H5F2N
- Molecular weight129.11 g/mol
- IUPAC name2,6-Difluoroaniline
- Functional groupsPrimary aromatic amine, aryl fluoride
- CAS number5509-65-9
Technical product information
Standard specification for Chelora Agrochem's technical grade 2,6-Difluoroaniline. Custom-grade and bulk specifications are available on request.
| Chemical name | 2,6-Difluoroaniline |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | 2,6-DFA, 1-Amino-2,6-difluorobenzene |
| CAS number | 5509-65-9 |
| Molecular formula | C6H5F2N |
| Molecular weight | 129.11 g/mol |
| Assay (purity) | ≥ 99.0% |
| Appearance | Colourless to pale yellow liquid |
| Density (25 °C) | approx. 1.20 g/cm³ |
| Boiling point | approx. 51–52 °C at 15 mmHg |
| Isomer content | ≤ 0.5% |
| Water content | ≤ 0.2% |
| Packaging | 25 kg and 200 kg drums |
| Shelf life | 12 months in sealed original packaging |
Applications of 2,6-Difluoroaniline
Herbicide intermediates
A key amine for triazolopyrimidine sulfonanilide herbicides such as flumetsulam.
Pharmaceutical intermediates
Supplies a 2,6-difluorophenyl fragment to API building blocks.
Agrochemical actives
Used in fungicide and insecticide synthesis where ortho-fluorines are needed.
Heterocyclic synthesis
Condensed into fluorinated N-aryl heterocycles.
Liquid crystal materials
Feeds fluorinated intermediates for display materials.
Custom synthesis
A research building block for fluorinated targets.
Why choose Chelora Agrochem
Every batch of 2,6-Difluoroaniline is manufactured, tested and documented to a standard that formulators and process chemists can build on with confidence — from first sample to full production volume.
Consistent purity
Assay controlled at ≥99% with isomer profile and water content verified before dispatch.
Full documentation
COA, SDS and regulatory data supplied with every shipment.
Flexible volumes
From 25 kg drums to 200 kg drums, with samples on request.
Technical support
Process, handling and compliance guidance from our chemistry team.
Storage and guidelines
- 01Store in tightly sealed original containers, under nitrogen where possible.
- 02Keep in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, ignition sources and direct sunlight.
- 03Protect from air and light — the liquid darkens on oxidation.
- 04Segregate from strong oxidising agents, acids and acid chlorides.
- 05Use compatible containers: stainless steel, lined steel or HDPE.
- 06Re-seal drums promptly after use and prevent any release to drains, surface water or soil.
Handling precautions
2,6-Difluoroaniline is a toxic fluorinated aromatic amine that is harmful by inhalation, ingestion and skin contact. It is for industrial use by trained personnel only.
Aromatic amines are absorbed through intact skin and can affect the blood by forming methaemoglobin. Chemical-resistant gloves, coveralls, eye protection and, where needed, respiratory protection are required.
Use local exhaust ventilation for drum decanting, charging and any heated operation; avoid breathing vapour or mist.
The product is toxic to aquatic life. Contain all spills and dispose of waste through licensed chemical waste routes.
Refer to the full Safety Data Sheet for exposure limits, spill response and first-aid measures before use.
Frequently asked questions
Mainly as an intermediate for sulfonanilide herbicides such as flumetsulam, and for fluorinated pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.
Two small fluorines beside the nitrogen tune its reactivity and hold the attached group in shape without the bulk of chlorine or alkyl groups. Many modern actives depend on that exact pattern.
The substitution pattern is the same, but fluorine is smaller and more electronegative than chlorine. The two give different biological and chemical properties and are not interchangeable.
Only slightly. It dissolves readily in alcohols, ethers and aromatic solvents, and in dilute mineral acid, so reactions are normally run in organic media or after acid dissolution.
Aromatic amines oxidise slowly on contact with air and light, forming coloured impurities. Assay is usually unaffected, but sealed, cool, dark storage under nitrogen preserves colour for sensitive applications.
Standard grade is supplied at a minimum assay of 99% with isomer content at or below 0.5% and water at or below 0.2%. Tighter specifications can be produced to a customer specification sheet.
25 kg and 200 kg drums. Samples are available for trial and development work.
Yes. Like other aromatic amines it is toxic by several routes, absorbed through skin and hazardous to aquatic life. Trained personnel, engineering controls and full PPE are required per the Safety Data Sheet.
Yes. Every batch is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet covering assay, impurity profile, moisture and appearance.
Request a sample or quote
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