2-Amino-p-cresol

White crystal powder

2-Amino-4-methylphenol was used in the synthesis of novel functionalized spiropyran derivatives of 2H-1,3-benzoxazinone series.

Brown powder.

2-Amino-p-cresol may be sensitive to prolonged exposure to air. Insoluble in water.

2-Amino-p-cresol reacts with strong oxidizing agents.

Flash point data for 2-Amino-p-cresol are not available, however 2-Amino-p-cresol is probably combustible.

Recrystallise the cresol from H2O, Et2O or toluene. It sublimes in vacuo as plates or needles. The hydrochloride has m 222-224o (dec, from aqueous EtOH). [Beilstein 13 H 601, 13 I 227, 13 II 338, 13 III 1576.]