Description

2-Aminophenol Hydrochloride is an important organic intermediate and salt form of 2-aminophenol, offering enhanced stability and handling properties. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Key industries that utilize this material include pharmaceutical R&D, dye and pigment production, and agrochemical synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and heterocyclic compounds.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the production of azo dyes and other colorants for textiles and industrial applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Photographic Chemical: Employed in the formulation of specific photographic developers and related chemicals.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for organic synthesis and chemical research.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile reagent for introducing the 2-aminophenol moiety into target molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Aminophenol Hydrochloride
CAS No.	51-19-4
Molecular Formula	C6H8ClNO
Molecular Weight	145.59 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-1-hydroxybenzene Hydrochloride; o-Aminophenol Hydrochloride; 1-Amino-2-hydroxybenzene Hydrochloride; 2-Hydroxyaniline Hydrochloride; 2-Aminophenol HCl; o-Hydroxyaniline Hydrochloride; 2-Aminophenol Monohydrochloride; Benzenamine, 2-hydroxy-, hydrochloride (1:1)
EINECS	200-081-3

Quality Control

Our 2-Aminophenol Hydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay, impurities, and physical parameters is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and light to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	245 - 250 °C (dec.)
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.