2-Aminophenol

 

CAS No.:  95-55-6                                EINECS:202-431-1

Molecular Formula: C₆H₇NO            Molecular weight: 109.13

Structural formula:

Property:

2-Aminophenol is an organic compound with the formula C6H4(OH)NH2. Along with its isomer 4-Aminophenol, 2-Aminophenol is an amphoteric molecule and a reducing agent. 2-Aminophenol is a useful reagent for the synthesis of dyes and heterocyclic compounds. Reflecting its slight hydrophilic character, white powder is moderately soluble in alcohols and can be recrystallised from hot water.

Specification:

Usage:

2-Aminophenol has a variety of usages. As a reducing agent, 2-Aminophenol is marketed under the names of Atomal and Ortol to develop black and white photographs. 2-Aminophenol is an intermediate in the synthesis of dyes. 2-Aminophenol is particularly useful in yielding tridentate ligands for metal-complex dyes when diazotized and coupled to a Phenol, Naphthol, or other aromatic or resonant dye species. Metal complex dyes using copper or chromium are commonly used for producing dull colors. Tridentate ligand dyes are particularly useful, since they are more stable than their bi- or mono-dentate counterparts.

Package and Storage:

2-Aminophenol is packed in woven bag with plastic lining with net weight of 25kg or upon clients' request.

Keywords:

2-Aminophenol, 2-Amino-1-Hydroxybenzene, o-Hydroxyaniline