Molecular Formula:C₇H₈ClN
Molar mass:141.59812g/mol
Structure of 5-Chloro-2-methylaniline(95-79-4):
             
Synonyms of 5-Chloro-2-methylaniline(95-79-4):5-Chloro-o-toluidine;1-Amino-3-chloro-6-methylbenzene;4-chloro-2-aminotoluene[qr];2-amino-4-chlorotoluene[qr];2-Methyl-5-chloroaniline;3-chloro-6-methylaniline[qr]
Density:1.18 g/cm³ 
Flash Point:160 °C                          
Boiling Point:237 °C at 760 mmHg      
Index of Refraction:1.585      
Vapour Pressure:0.0459 mmHg at 25°C
Melting point:22°C
Water solubility:< 1 g/L (22°C)
Solubility:soluble in ethanol, ether and other organic solvents alkaline solution.
Appearance:Solid off-white or light brown oily liquid

5-Chloro-2-methylaniline(95-79-4) can be a direct synthesis of azoic dyes red-based KB and Naphthol AS-KB in  dyestuff industry, and also is an important pesticide intermediates.

1.		dni-mus-orl 200 mg/kg		MUREAV    Mutation Research. 46 (1977),305.
2.		orl-rat LD50:464 mg/kg		NCILB*    Progress Report for Contract No. NIH-NCI-E-C-72-3252, Submitted to the National Cancer Institute by Litton Bionetics, Inc. (Bethesda, MD) NIH-NCI-E-C-72-3252 .

4.  dog LDLo oral > 100mg/kg (100mg/kg)  
"Pesticide Index," Frear, E.H., ed., State College, 5.PA, College Science Pub., 1969Vol. 4, Pg. 113, 1969. domestic animals - goat/sheep LDLo oral > 200mg/kg (200mg/kg)  
"Pesticide Index," Frear, E.H., ed., State College, PA, College Science Pub., 1969Vol. 4, Pg. 113, 1969.
6.  rat LD50 oral 464mg/kg (464mg/kg)  
Progress Report for Contract No. NIH-NCI-E-C-72-3252, Submitted to the National Cancer Institute by Litton Bionetics, Inc. Vol. NCI-E-C-72-3252, Pg. 1973.
7.  Carcinogenicity:5-Chloro-2-methylaniline(95-79-4)- Not listed as a carcinogen by  NTP, IARC,ACGIH, or CA Prop 65. 
Other: See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.Mutagenicity: Ames-test: negative.The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.

NTP Carcinogenesis Bioassay (feed): Clear Evidence: mouse NCITR*    National Cancer Institute Carcinogenesis Technical Report Series. (Bethesda, MD 20014) No. NCI-TR-187 ,1979. ; (feed): Inadequate Studies: rat NCITR*    National Cancer Institute Carcinogenesis Technical Report Series. (Bethesda, MD 20014) No. NCI-TR-187 ,1979. . Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory. EPA Genetic Toxicology Program.

Suspected carcinogen with experimental carcinogenic and tumorigenic data. Moderately toxic by ingestion. When heated to decomposition it emits very toxic fumes of Cl⁻ and NO_x. See also AROMATIC AMINES.
Hazard Codes:Xn,T
Risk Statements:
22:  Harmful if swallowed
23:  Toxic by inhalation
24:  Toxic in contact with skin
25:  Toxic if swallowed
36:  Irritating to the eyes
37:  Irritating to the respiratory system
38:  Irritating to the skin
40:  Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect
45:  May cause cancer
Safety Statements:
26:  In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice
36:  Wear suitable protective clothing 
37:  Wear suitable gloves
39:  Wear eye/face protection
45:  In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label where possible)
53:  Avoid exposure - obtain special instruction before use

DFG MAK: Confirmed Animal Carcinogen with Unknown Relevance to Humans
DOT Classification:  6.1; Label: KEEP AWAY FROM FOOD

Stability and Reactivity of 5-Chloro-2-methylaniline(95-79-4):
Conditions to Avoid:Incompatible materials,light.  
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:Strong oxidizing agents, chloroformates, acids, acid anhydrides, acid chlorides.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides,hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide.