O-Phenylenediamine (OPD)
O-Phenylenediamine (OPD) is an organic aromatic compound widely used as an intermediate in the synthesis of dyes,
polymers, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals. It appears as a gray to brown crystalline solid with a characteristic
amine-like odor. OPD is an important building block in chemical industries due to its strong reactivity and
versatile applications.
- Chemical Formula : C₆H₈N₂
- Molecular Weight : 108.14 g/mol
- Appearance : Gray to brown crystalline solid
- Solubility : Slightly soluble in water, soluble in alcohol and ether
- Applications :
- Intermediate in the manufacture of dyes and pigments
- Used in pharmaceutical synthesis
- In agrochemicals as a raw material
- In the production of polymers and specialty chemicals
- Analytical reagent in laboratories