Supramate Industries

Meta Amino Phenol (MAP)

• Chemical Name: Meta Amino Phenol
• Other Names: 3-Aminophenol, m-Aminophenol, 3-Hydroxyaniline
• CAS Number: 591-27-5
• Molecular Formula: C₆H₇NO
• Molecular Weight: 109.13 g/mol

Physical & Chemical Properties

• Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder / flakes
• Form: Solid (powder or flakes)
• Melting Point: 120–125°C
• Solubility:
  • Soluble in alcohol and hot water
  • Slightly soluble in cold water
• Odor: Mild phenolic 

 Applications & Uses

1. Dyes & Pigment Industry (Major Application)

• Used as a key intermediate in dye manufacturing
• Production of:
  • Azo dyes
  • Textile dyes
  • Leather & paper dyes

 One of the largest consumption sectors

2. Hair Dye Industry

• Used in oxidative hair dye formulations
• Acts as a coupler for color development

3. Pharmaceutical Industry

• Intermediate in synthesis of:
  • Drug molecules
  • Chemical intermediates

4. Agrochemical Industry

• Used in production of:
  • Pesticides
  • Herbicides

5. Specialty & Functional Chemicals

• Thermo-sensitive dyes
• Pressure-sensitive dyes

6. Laboratory / Chemical Reagent

• Used in chemical synthesis and analytical processes