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Description

O-toluidine is an organic compound that is used in the production of dyes, plastics, and rubber. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with an ammonia-like odor. It is also used as a reagent in chemical analysis.

O-toluidine is toxic and can cause irritation to the eyes, skin, and respiratory tract. It is also a known carcinogen and can cause cancer. Long-term exposure to o-toluidine can cause damage to the liver, kidneys, and nervous system.

Associated brand names include: Toluene, Toluidine, Toluol, Toluene-2,4-diisocyanate, and Toluene-2,6-diisocyanate.

Synonyms

• 1-methyl-2-aminobenzene
• 2-methlaniline
• o-aminotoluene
• o-methylaniline
• o-toluidine
• ortho-aminotoluene
• ortho-methylaniline
• ortho-toluidine

Classifications

• chemical precursor

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