Formula |
CAS |
C6H7NO |
591-27-5 |
Background3-Aminophenol is used in the manufacture of p-aminosalicylic acid and as dye intermediate. It is used in oxidizing hair dyes such as dyeing creams, gels and shampoos.
Synonyms3-Aminophenol
3-Amino-1-hydroxybenzene
3-Hydroxyaniline
m-Aminophenol
UsesDye
Coupler used in hair dyes
Cross-ReactionsPara group of compounds
Unusual Reactions
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Referenties
1. |
Rycroft RJG. et al. Textbook of Contact Dermatitis. 1992, New York: Springer-Verlag. |
2. |
Basketter DA, Goodwin BF. Investigation
of the prohapten concept. Cross reactions between
1,4-substituted benzene derivatives in the guinea pig. Contact
Dermatitis 1988;19(4):248-253. |
Auteur(s):dr. Jan R. Mekkes. Dermatoloog, Amsterdam
UMC.