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Para-Cresidine

Para-Cresidine

IUPAC name	2-methoxy-5-methylaniline
Identifiers
CAS number	120-71-8
PubChem	8445
SMILES	CC1=CC(=C(C=C1)OC)N
Properties
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₁NO
Molar mass	137.179
Melting point	51.5 °C, 325 K, 125 °F
Boiling point	235 °C, 508 K, 455 °F
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) Infobox disclaimer and references

Template:DISPLAYTITLE:para-Cresidine para-Cresidine is an intermediate that is used to create dyes and pigments. It is a light yellow to light brown solid with the chemical formula C₈H₁₁ON or CH₃OC₆H₃(CH₃)NH₂. It has a molecular mass of 137.2 and its CAS number is 120-71-8. para-Cresidine's RTECS number is BZ6720000. It looks like white crystals. Its carcinogen category is 2, and upon heating it produces toxic fumes including nitrogen oxides. It reacts with strong oxidants and some forms of plastic, rubber, and coatings. para-Cresidine is possibly carcinogenic to humans. It boils at 235 °C, melts at 51.5 °C, and is not very soluble in water.