Description

5-Aminoresorcinol is a versatile aromatic diamine derivative of resorcinol, serving as a critical high-purity building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both amino and phenolic hydroxyl groups, makes it an essential precursor for creating complex heterocyclic structures and functional polymers. This compound is particularly valuable for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty dye industries, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with fused heterocyclic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a coupling agent and core structure for producing azo dyes and high-performance organic pigments.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polyamides, polyimides, and epoxy resins.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and material science.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Used in the development of advanced corrosion protection additives for industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Aminoresorcinol
CAS No.	20734-67-2
Molecular Formula	C6H7NO2
Molecular Weight	125.13 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dihydroxy-5-aminobenzene; 5-Amino-1,3-benzenediol; 3-Aminoresorcinol; 5-Aminoresorcin; 5-Amino-resorcinol; 1-Amino-3,5-dihydroxybenzene; 3,5-Dihydroxyaniline; m-Dihydroxyaniline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Aminoresorcinol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light brown to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.