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CAS 2835-95-2 — 5-Amino-o-cresol

5-Amino-*o*-cresol is an aromatic amine with a hydroxyl group, primarily used as a precursor in the synthesis of dyes, pigments, and pharmaceutical intermediates, particularly in the production of azo compounds. Its main documented application is as a coupler in oxidative hair dye formulations, where it is listed as a cosmetic ingredient under the name 4-Amino-2-Hydroxytoluene. It is also employed in analytical chemistry for derivatization and in the manufacturing of specialty chemicals. This chemical has a CAS number of 2835-95-2 and carries no signal word under standard classification, indicating low acute hazard. It is typically supplied as a solid with a purity of ≥97% for research and industrial applications. Molekula supplies 5-Amino-*o*-cresol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

Also known as: 1-methyl-2-hydroxy-4-aminobenzene · 2-Hydroxy-p-toluidine · 2-methyl-5-aminophenol · 3-Hydroxy-4-methylaniline · 3-HYDROXY-P-TOLUIDINE · 4-Amino-2-hydroxy-1-methylbenzene · 4-Amino-2-hydroxytoluene · 5-Amino-2-methylphenol · 6-Methyl-3-aminophenol · Phenol, 5-amino-2-methyl-