| Alias: |
o-Hydroxyaniline; 2-Aminophenol; o-aminophenol |
| English Name: |
2-Aminophenol
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CAS﹟:
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95-55-6
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UN﹟:
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2512
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| Molecular formula: |
C6H7NO
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| Molecular weight: |
109.12
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| Exterior: |
White needle-like crystals, which turn brown or black on prolonged storage |
| Melting point: |
172~177°C
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| Boiling point: |
164°C (11 mmHg)
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| Flash point: |
168°C
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| Relative density: |
1.328
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| Content: |
98%
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| Solubility: |
Soluble in water, ether and ethanol, insoluble in benzene. |
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| Other properties: |
Can sublimate. It will turn black when exposed to light and air, and red when exposed to ferric chloride. |
| Usage: |
Usage: Organic synthesis and dye intermediates. It is used in the production of acid medium blue R, sulphur yellow brown, fluorescent whitening agent EBF, etc. It is also a test reagent for gold and silver. Absorption of this product into the skin can cause dermatitis, causing methemoglobinemia and asthma. |
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