4-Aminophenol

4-Aminophenol or p-Aminophenol or para-Aminophenol or or Para Amino Phenol p-Hydroxyaniline is a white powder. the organic compound with the formula H2NC6H4OH. 4-Aminophenol is used as a dye for textiles, hair, furs and feathers. It is also used as a photographic developer. Further, it acts as a final intermediate in the preparation of paracetamol.

Specifications of 4-Aminophenol or P-Aminophenol or Para aminophenol or Para Amino Phenol or p-Hydroxyaniline:
CAS Number: 123-30-8
Molecular Formula: C6H7NO
Appearance: White to off-white or reddish-yellow solid powder or flakes.
Assay: Not less than 98.00%
Loss on drying: Not more than 0.50%
Relative density: 1.29
Melting point: 188C.
Boiling point: 284C.
Flash point: 189C.
Water Solubility: 1.5 g/100 mL @ 20C. Soluble in acetonitrile, ethyl acetate, acetone, hot water, dimethylsulfoxide and alkalies.  Slightly soluble in toluene, diethyl ether, ethanol, trifluoroacetic acid and cold water. Insoluble in benzene and chloroform.