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Formula |
C8H11NO
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CAS No. | 94-70-2 |
EC No. | 202-356-4 |
Synonyms | 1-Amino-2-ethoxybenzene; 2-aminoethoxybenzene; 2-Aminophenetole; o-aminophenol, ethyl ether; 2-Epoxybenzamine; 2-ethoxyaniline; ortho-phenetidine; o-Phenetidine; Benzenamine, 2-ethoxy- (9CI); o-Ethoxyaniline; 2-Ethoxyphenylamine |
o-Ethoxyaniline (OEA)
o-Ethoxyaniline (OEA) is a colorless liquid and one of three isomers of the methoxy-containing aniline derivative.
Applications
- Cosmetic additives (synthesis of Actoquinol)
- Pharmaceutical APIs (synthesis of Selprazine and Phenacitin)
- Dyes (synthesis of Naphthol AS-PH)
- heartwood indicator.
- Acid solution of o-Ethoxyaniline is diazotized and when mixture is applied on wood a reddish dye appears on the heartwood as a consequence of reaction of o-Ethoxyaniline with polyphenols.
Shelf Life
Under proper storage conditions, the shelf life is 12 months.
Health & Safety
Detailed information on the product described can be found in our relevant Health and Safety Information (Material Safety Data Sheet).