Description

4-Amino-2-Ethoxyphenol is a versatile aromatic amine derivative with a phenolic hydroxyl group, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure makes it particularly valuable for creating complex molecules where controlled functionalization is required. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty dye industries, where it acts as a key building block for active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex phenolic or aniline-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require ethoxy-aminophenol motifs.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a coupling agent and intermediate in the synthesis of azo dyes, hair dyes, and other specialty colorants.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier in the production of specialty polymers, including epoxy resins and polyurethanes, to impart specific chemical resistance or adhesion properties.
• Photographic Chemicals: Utilized in the formulation of certain developers and other light-sensitive chemical compositions.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Amino-2-Ethoxyphenol
CAS No.	55483-70-0
Molecular Formula	C8H11NO2
Molecular Weight	153.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethoxy-4-aminophenol; 4-Amino-2-ethoxyphenol; 4-Amino-2-ethyloxyphenol; 2-Ethoxy-4-hydroxyaniline; 4-Hydroxy-3-ethoxyaniline; p-Amino-o-ethoxyphenol; 1-Amino-2-ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Amino-2-Ethoxyphenol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its nature as an easily oxidized compound, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light 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	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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