Pharmaceutical Materials

Product Name

5-Amino-O-Cresol

Multiple Names

5-Amino-O-Cresol;

5-Amino-2-Methylphenol;

2-Methyl-5-Aminophenol;

2-Amino-5-Methylphenol;

4-Amino-2-Hydroxy Toluene;

PAOC

CAS No. 2835-95-2

EC No. 220-618-6

MF No. C7H9NO

MW No. 123.1525

5-Amino-O-Cresol is used as dye, pharmaceutical intermediate, organic synthesis, dye and hair dyeing intermediate.

Advantage of 5-Amino-O-Cresol CAS No. 2835-95-2

It is solute DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)

It is easy to stock

It is widely used in many fields

 

Aspect	Details
Chemical Name	5-Amino-O-Cresol
Aliases	5-Amino-2-methylphenol, 2-Methyl-5-aminophenol, 6-Hydroxy-m-toluidine
CAS Number	2835-95-2
EINECS Number	220-627-4
Molecular Formula	C₇H₉NO
Molecular Weight	123.15 g/mol
Physical State	Light brown to beige crystalline powder
Melting Point	100-102°C
Boiling Point	273°C (decomposes)
Density	1.15 g/cm³
Solubility	Soluble in water, ethanol, and ether
Applications	– Hair Dyes: Acts as a key intermediate in the production of oxidative hair colorants, providing stable and long-lasting shades. – Photographic Chemistry: Utilized in the formulation of black-and-white photographic developers for high-contrast imaging. – Textile Dyes: Employed in the synthesis of azo dyes for wool and silk fibers. – Analytical Reagents: Serves as a selective reagent for the detection of certain metal ions in qualitative analysis.
Safety Precautions	May cause skin and eye irritation; potential for sensitization upon repeated exposure. Handle under fume hoods using appropriate PPE, and store in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas.

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