Methyl Ethyl Aniline — direct from source to Europe
99%+ purity MEA (CAS 24549-06-2) for acetochlor, metolachlor and specialty synthesis. Delivered to European ports in UN-approved packaging with full EU documentation.
- COA, SDS & TDS with every batch
- REACH status confirmed before quote
- Samples available for qualification
Methyl Ethyl Aniline — names, synonyms and identifiers
Buyers search for this material under several names. Whichever one appears on your specification, purchase order or REACH dossier, it is the same compound: 2-ethyl-6-methylaniline, CAS 24549-06-2.
⚠ Not the same as N-ethyl-N-methylaniline (CAS 613-97-8) or 2,6-diethylaniline (CAS 579-66-8). Always match the CAS number before ordering.
Physical and chemical properties
Key parameters for process engineering, safety planning and storage design. Always verify against the current TDS for the specific lot you receive.
Grade specifications — standard vs premium
We offer two grades of 2-ethyl-6-methylaniline. Your process chemist or quality team can select the appropriate grade based on downstream requirements. COA parameters are confirmed before every shipment.
All values are specification limits, not guaranteed minima. Actual COA figures for your specific lot are provided before dispatch. Non-standard specifications (tighter purity, custom impurity limits) available on enquiry.
Where Methyl Ethyl Aniline is used
MEA is a hindered ortho-substituted aniline, making it an indispensable building block in crop-protection chemistry and specialty synthesis.
Acetochlor synthesis
Key aniline raw material for acetochlor, a chloroacetanilide pre-emergence herbicide widely used in corn and soybean cultivation globally.
Metolachlor & S-metolachlor
Starting material in the synthesis route to metolachlor and S-metolachlor — high-volume herbicide active ingredients for broadleaf weed control.
Dye & pigment intermediates
Diazo and coupling components requiring a sterically hindered aromatic amine for performance dyes, disperse colours and pigment synthesis.
Custom & toll synthesis
Building block for contract research organisations, toll manufacturers and fine-chemical companies developing proprietary reaction routes.
Specialty & performance chemicals
Process chemistry requiring controlled steric hindrance — polymer stabilisers, cross-linking agents and functional intermediates.
R&D & laboratory
Lab and pilot-scale samples for process development teams — supplied with COA and SDS so your chemists can qualify before scaling.
Buyer's checklist for MEA in bulk
Sourcing 2-ethyl-6-methylaniline for a European plant is more than comparing price per kg. Use this list to evaluate any supplier.
- Confirm CAS 24549-06-2 and isomer identity on the COA
- Request GC purity, water content, colour (APHA/Pt-Co) and impurity profile
- Verify REACH registration status and who acts as importer of record for EU entry
- Compare landed cost by Incoterm: FOB, CFR, CIF or DAP to your facility
- Qualify a lab sample before committing to a full drum, IBC or ISO tank order
- Confirm dangerous-goods packing, CLP labelling and licensed forwarder details
Customers across Europe
We supply Methyl Ethyl Aniline directly to manufacturers, formulators, distributors and research organisations throughout Europe.
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Four reasons European buyers trust Chelora
We don't just list a price — we take ownership of your supply chain from sourcing through to delivery. Here is what that means in practice.
Verified quality, every batch
We work only with audited manufacturing partners. Each lot is supported by a batch-specific COA with GC purity, colour, water content and isomer confirmation — not a generic certificate.
EU-ready documentation
Full document set included as standard: COA, SDS (EU CLP), TDS, bill of lading, DG declaration (IMDG/ADR), packing list, commercial invoice and certificate of origin. EUR.1 on request.
End-to-end logistics
We book freight through licensed DG forwarders, manage customs documentation and coordinate delivery to your nominated port or plant. No need to deal with multiple parties.
REACH & regulatory support
We confirm REACH registration status before quoting and advise on importer-of-record arrangements for EU market entry. Your procurement team gets clear answers, not ambiguity.
Packed to your site, documented for customs
MEA is classified as a dangerous good. Every shipment leaves with UN-approved packaging, CLP labelling and the full document set for European import.
200 litre steel drums
UN-approved steel drums, internally lacquered. Suitable for FCL (80 drums / 20ft) and LCL shipments.
~190 kg net / drum1,000 litre IBC totes
Intermediate bulk containers on a galvanised pallet. Efficient for customers with bulk-liquid receiving and pumping equipment.
~970 kg net / IBCISO tank containers
For high-volume contract buyers with suitable unloading infrastructure. Lower landed cost per tonne on annual supply agreements.
Up to ~17 MT / tankDocument set included: Bill of lading · Commercial invoice · Packing list · Certificate of analysis (COA) · Safety data sheet (SDS/MSDS) · Dangerous goods declaration (IMDG/ADR) · Certificate of origin · EUR.1 movement certificate (on request)
Ready for European import
We handle the regulatory dimension so your procurement team does not have to. From REACH registration status to ADR packing group, everything is confirmed before we quote.
Classification at a glance
Classification confirmed in our SDS. Always verify against your own national regulations and CLP notification requirements before import.
MEA vs similar aniline intermediates
A quick reference for teams choosing between hindered anilines. Always confirm suitability for your own process with your chemist.
From enquiry to delivery in five steps
Our process is built for procurement teams that need clear prices, the right documents and a reliable schedule — not another supplier who disappears after the quote.
Send your spec
Email grade, volume, destination and Incoterm to source@cheloragroup.com or use the quote form.
We confirm & source
Our team matches your specification to approved partner plants and checks availability within 24 hours.
Clear quotation
You receive price, packaging, lead time, Incoterm and the document list — no hidden costs.
Samples if needed
Lab or pilot samples with COA and SDS arranged so your team can qualify before committing to a container.
Order & delivery
We handle packing, DG freight and customs paperwork through to your nominated port or site.
Methyl Ethyl Aniline — frequently asked questions
Quick answers for European buyers. For anything not covered here, email source@cheloragroup.com.
It is also sold as 2-ethyl-6-methylaniline, 2-methyl-6-ethylaniline, 6-ethyl-o-toluidine and MEA. All refer to CAS 24549-06-2. Confirm the CAS number with any supplier before ordering to avoid receiving the wrong isomer.
Price depends on grade, order volume, packing, Incoterm and destination port, and it moves with raw material markets. Send us your requirement and we will quote in EUR or USD with a clear landed-cost breakdown — usually within one business day.
Yes. 2-Ethyl-6-methylaniline is a recognised aniline building block for chloroacetanilide herbicides such as acetochlor and metolachlor. Your process chemists should confirm the grade, purity level and impurity limits their synthesis requires.
Standard grade offers ≥ 98.0% GC purity and APHA colour ≤ 50. Premium grade offers ≥ 99.0% GC purity, APHA ≤ 20, lower water content (≤ 0.2% KF) and nitrogen-blanketed packaging to prevent oxidative darkening. Premium is recommended for high-yield or multi-step synthesis routes where impurity profiles are tightly controlled.
Keep it in tightly closed original UN-approved containers, away from light, air, heat, oxidisers and acids. Aromatic amines can darken on prolonged exposure to air. Use within the shelf life stated on the COA and TDS, and store in a well-ventilated, cool area.
Yes. We supply laboratory and pilot-scale samples supplied with a certificate of analysis (COA) and safety data sheet (SDS) so your team can qualify the grade before scaling up to drums, IBCs or ISO tanks. Ask about sample availability when you submit your enquiry.
Yes — it is classified as a dangerous good (UN 2810, Class 6.1, Packing Group III). We pack it in UN-approved containers, apply CLP-compliant labels and ship exclusively through licensed dangerous-goods forwarders under IMDG for sea freight and ADR for European road transport.
A standard shipment includes: bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of analysis (COA), safety data sheet (SDS), dangerous goods declaration, and certificate of origin. EUR.1 movement certificates are available on request for applicable trade routes.
REACH status is confirmed before we quote. We work with customers on the appropriate importer-of-record arrangements and can advise whether the substance is registered for your intended use. Contact us with your use descriptor and we will confirm compliance.
Get your MEA quotation today
Send us the grade, volume, destination and Incoterm. You'll receive a clear price, packaging options and a full document checklist — usually within one business day.
- No minimum order — samples to ISO tanks
- COA, SDS and DG docs included as standard
- Quote in EUR or USD, your choice of Incoterm