Description

2,4-Diamino-6-Methylphenol Hydrochloride is a specialized organic salt of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and building block for the production of high-performance dyes, pigments, and pharmaceutical active ingredients. It is primarily required by manufacturers in the fine chemical, specialty dye, and pharmaceutical research & development sectors seeking reliable, high-purity raw materials.

Application

• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of azo dyes and other complex colorants for textiles, inks, and plastics.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a building block in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Hair Dye Formulations: Acts as a primary intermediate in the manufacturing of oxidative hair colorants and permanent dyes.
• Photographic Chemicals: Employed in the production of certain photographic developers and sensitizing agents.
• Polymer Additives: Can be utilized in the synthesis of monomers or as a modifier for specialty polymers and resins.
• Research & Development: Serves as a valuable reagent in academic and industrial organic chemistry research for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Diamino-6-Methylphenol Hydrochloride
CAS No.	65879-44-9
Molecular Formula	C7H11N2O•HCl
Molecular Weight	174.63 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Diamino-6-methylphenol HCl; 6-Methyl-2,4-diaminophenol hydrochloride; 2,4-Diamino-6-cresol hydrochloride; 2,4-Diamino-o-cresol hydrochloride; Phenol, 2,4-diamino-6-methyl-, hydrochloride; 4-Amino-2-hydroxy-5-methylaniline hydrochloride; 2,4-Diamino-6-methylphenol monohydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 2,4-Diamino-6-Methylphenol Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding synthesis applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.