Description

6-Amino-2-Methylphenol is a high-purity aromatic amine derivative, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional nature, containing both an amino and a phenolic hydroxyl group, which enables its use in the production of complex molecules. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, dye, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable building blocks for active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in developing compounds with specific biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a crucial intermediate for producing azo dyes, hair dyes, and other complex colorants requiring specific hue and fastness properties.
• Polymer and Resin Modifier: Used to introduce amino-functional groups into polymer chains, enhancing properties like adhesion, cross-linking density, and chemical resistance.
• Photographic Chemicals: Acts as a developing agent or a component in photographic developer formulations for specialized imaging applications.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Synthesis: A building block for creating organic corrosion inhibitors used in industrial water treatment and metal protection.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Amino-2-Methylphenol
CAS No.	17672-22-9
Molecular Formula	C7H9NO
Molecular Weight	123.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-6-aminophenol; 6-Amino-o-cresol; 2-Hydroxy-3-methylaniline; 3-Methyl-2-hydroxyaniline; 2-Amino-6-methylphenol; o-Cresol, 6-amino-; 1-Amino-2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzene
EINECS	241-671-7

Quality Control

Our 6-Amino-2-Methylphenol is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	125 - 130 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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