Description

2,4-Diaminophenol Dihydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt primarily used as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of dyes, pigments, and specialized pharmaceuticals. Its value lies in its dual amine functionality, which makes it a versatile building block for creating complex aromatic compounds. This product is essential for manufacturers in the dye and pigment industry, as well as for research and development laboratories focusing on hair dye formulations, photographic developers, and advanced material science.

Application

• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of azo dyes, oxidation dyes (for hair coloring), and other complex colorants.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a building block in the research and production of certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Photographic Developer: Serves as a developing agent in specific black-and-white photographic chemical processes.
• Chemical Research: Employed in organic synthesis and material science for creating novel polymers and functional molecules.
• Analytical Reagent: Utilized in certain laboratory tests and as a reagent in analytical chemistry procedures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Diaminophenol Dihydrochloride
CAS No.	137-09-7
Molecular Formula	C6H9N2O · 2HCl
Molecular Weight	197.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Diaminophenol hydrochloride; Amidol; 2,4-Diaminophenol dihydrochloride; 4-Amino-2-aminophenol dihydrochloride; 1-Hydroxy-2,4-diaminobenzene dihydrochloride; C.I. 76550; Developer D; 2,4-Diaminophenol, dihydrochloride
EINECS	205-275-6

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Diaminophenol Dihydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality management system is designed to meet the rigorous demands of industrial and research applications, ensuring reliable performance in your processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to light gray or light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.