an ingredient in oxidative hair coloring products; structure in first source
Solubility less than 1 mg/mL at 70 °F (NTP, 1992)
Formula
C7H9NO
Mol. Weight
123.15
CAS #
2835-95-2
Form
Powder
State
3-amino-6-methylphenol is a brown powder. (NTP, 1992)
Functions
Hair Dyeing
Boosts Collagen
Improves Elasticity
Moisturizing
Colors hair
Traditional Use
A synthetic hair dye precursor developed in the early-to-mid 20th century. Created to improve the safety and stability of permanent hair coloring formulations.