N-Methylaniline is used in the preparation of N,N'-dimethylsulfinyldianilin using triethylamine and thionyl chloride as reagents. It is also acts as a latent and coupling solvent. Further, it serves as an intermediate for dyes and agrochemicals. In addition to this, it is utilized as an antiknock agent, which plays an essential role to increase the octane number.
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ApplicationsN-Methylaniline is used in the preparation of N,N′-dimethylsulfinyldianilin using triethylamine and thionyl chloride as reagents. It is also acts as a latent and coupling solvent. Further, it serves as an intermediate for dyes and agrochemicals. In addition to this, it is utilized as an antiknock agent, which plays an essential role to increase the octane number.
SolubilityImmiscible with water.
NotesIncompatible with strong oxidizing agents, acids, acid anhydrides, acid chlorides and carbon dioxide.