Purity: ≥ 99.0%
Appearance: Light grey to pale brown crystalline powder
Capacity: 10000 tons/year
Packaging: customized according to customer needs
Sample: available
6-Amino-m-cresol CAS 2835-98-5
Description
6-Amino-m-cresol CAS 2835-98-5 Quick Details
Product Name: 6-Amino-m-cresol
CAS No.: 2835-98-5
Assay / Purity: ≥ 99.0% (HPLC)
Appearance: Light grey to pale brown crystalline powder
Sample: available
6-Amino-m-cresol CAS 2835-98-5 Short Description
A fine organic substituted aminophenol widely used as an essential dye coupler in permanent oxidative hair coloration. Coupler reactions yield stable, radiant red, copper, and warm-toned shades with superior wash-fastness.
6-Amino-m-cresol Typical Properties
| Parameter | Standard Specification |
| Product Name | 6-Amino-m-cresol |
| CAS Number | 2835-98-5 |
| Chemical Formula | C7H9NO |
| Appearance | Light grey to pale brown crystalline powder |
| Assay (HPLC) | ≥ 99.0% |
| Melting Point | 158°C – 163°C |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.5% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 20 ppm |
Key Applications
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Oxidative Hair Coloring: Essential coupler paired with primary intermediates (e.g., p-phenylenediamine / toluene-2,5-diamine) for vibrant red, auburn, and copper hair shades.
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Specialty Dyestuffs: Intermediate for synthesizing photographic color dyes and organic pigments.
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Fine Chemical Synthesis: Chiral precursor for pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis.
Packaging and Shipping
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Standard Bulk Packaging: 25 kg/Fiber drum with double polyethylene inner bags.
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Sample Packaging: 100g / 500g aluminum foil pouches.
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Logistics: Non-hazardous fine chemical (Non-DG). Air cargo and express delivery (DHL/FedEx) supported.
Storage & Shelf Life
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Storage Conditions: Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dark, dry warehouse (below 25°C). Avoid light and exposure to air to prevent oxidative discoloration.
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Shelf Life: 24 months from the manufacturing date under sealed conditions.