o-Phenylene diamine, 98%

Name: o-Phenylene diamine, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009521

About o-Phenylene diamine, 98%

Listed under CAS 95-54-5, o-Phenylene diamine is an amine building block available from Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade with a typical assay of 98%. The compound has the formula C6H8N2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 108.14 g/mol. The IUPAC name is benzene-1,2-diamine. Common synonyms include 1,2-Diaminobenzene and 1,2-Phenylenediamine.

In its supplied form it is a pale brownish to brown flakes to solid. Key physical data: a melting point of 98-102 °C and a boiling point of 256-258 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 9 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 g, 250 g, 500 g and 4 x 25 kg packs, o-Phenylene diamine is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	o-Phenylene diamine, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-009521
CAS Number	95-54-5
IUPAC name	benzene-1,2-diamine
Molecular formula	C₆H₈N₂
Molecular weight	108.14 g/mol
Exact mass	108.0687
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29215110
InChIKey	GEYOCULIXLDCMW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C(=C1)N)N
PubChem CID	7243

Physical properties
Physical form	Flakes
Appearance	Pale brownish to brown flakes to solid
Melting point	98-102 °C
Boiling point	256-258 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 2
TPSA	52 Å²
UN number	UN 1673
Synonyms	1,2-Diaminobenzene, 1,2-Phenylenediamine, OPD, o-Phenylenediamine, 2-Aminoaniline, 1,2-Benzenediamine, o-Diaminobenzene, Orthamine, o-Benzenediamine, ortho-Phenylenediamine, C.I. Oxidation Base 16, 2-Phenylene diamine

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H332Harmful if inhaled
H341Suspected of causing genetic defects
H351Suspected of causing cancer
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P272, P273, P280, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P317, P318, P321, P330, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of o-Phenylene diamine, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of o-Phenylene diamine, 98% is 95-54-5. It is also known as 1,2-Diaminobenzene, 1,2-Phenylenediamine, OPD.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of o-Phenylene diamine, 98%?

o-Phenylene diamine, 98% has the molecular formula C6H8N2 and a molecular weight of 108.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is benzene-1,2-diamine.

Which grade and pack sizes of o-Phenylene diamine, 98% can I order?

We supply o-Phenylene diamine, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 100 g, 250 g, 500 g, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with o-Phenylene diamine, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of o-Phenylene diamine, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can o-Phenylene diamine, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. o-Phenylene diamine, 98% is classified as hazardous (UN 1673), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.