3-Aminophenol CAS 591-27-5

3-Aminophenol Quick Details

Chemical Name: 3-Aminophenol

Synonyms: m-Aminophenol; 3-Hydroxyaniline; m-Hydroxyaniline; 3-Amino-1-hydroxybenzene

CAS No.: 591-27-5

Molecular Formula: C6H7NO

Chemical Structure:

Molecular weight: 109.13

Appearance: White particles

Assay: 99.5%

 Typical Properties

3-Aminophenol Usage

• Dyes, Pigments & Fluorescent Colorants:

  • Fluorescent Dyes & Thermal Papers: Core intermediate for synthesizing Rhodamine dyes and fluoran-based leuco dyes for heat-sensitive thermal printing paper and carbonless copy paper.

  • Hair Dyes & Cosmetics: Used as a oxidative hair dye coupling agent in hair coloring formulations to produce natural brown, dark, and red shades.

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates:

  • API Synthesis: Key precursor for manufacturing p-aminosalicylic acid and other specialty pharmaceutical active ingredients.

• Agrochemicals & Polymer Additives:

  • Crop Protection & Resins: Used in synthesizing active agrochemical herbicides/fungicides and heat-resistant epoxy resin curing agents.

Packaging and Shipping

25kgs per bag or Customized bags

3-Aminophenol Storage

Keep container tightly closed in a cool, dry, dark, and well-ventilated dedicated hazard warehouse.

Protect strictly from air, humidity, moisture, direct sunlight, and heat to prevent oxidative darkening.

Store away from strong oxidizers, strong acids, and acid anhydrides.

Shelf Life: 12 to 24 months under recommended original unopened storage conditions.