China and India are the leading exporters of 2,6-Dimethylaniline (CAS 87-62-7), collectively accounting for the majority of global shipments, while the United States, Germany, and South Korea represent the largest importers. Import volumes into the U.S. and EU have remained relatively stable since 2022, with modest growth in demand from agrochemical and dye intermediates sectors, coinciding with moderate upward pressure on 2,6-Dimethylaniline prices.
2,6-Dimethylaniline is a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature with a characteristic aromatic odor and moderate volatility. It is an aromatic amine and organic chemical intermediate, featuring two methyl substituents ortho to the amino group on the benzene ring. Industrially, it serves primarily as a key building block in the synthesis of dyes, pigments, and agrochemicals—including herbicides and fungicides—and is used in the production of rubber chemicals such as vulcanization accelerators. Its applications are concentrated in agrochemical manufacturing, specialty dyes, and polymer additives, where its steric hindrance imparts selectivity and stability in downstream reactions.
Bupivacaine (B689560) impurity.
clear yellow to red-brown liquid
This chemical is included in Fine Chemicals. See more about what is 2,6-Dimethylaniline and 2,6-Dimethylaniline SDS information.
Find 2,6-Dimethylaniline supply and 2,6-Dimethylaniline suppliers on Guidechem to meet your sourcing needs from 143 trusted and certifedsuppliers.
Guidechem assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content of this site. The information contained in this site is provided on an “as is” basis with no guarantees of completeness, accuracy, usefulness, fitness for purpose or timeliness.