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Cresidine

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Cresidine Definition

A white, crystalline aromatic amine that is soluble in organic solvents and emits toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides when heated to decomposition. p-Cresidine is exclusively used as a chemical intermediate in the manufacture of dyes. p-Cresidine is reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen based on evidence of carcinogenicity in experimental animals. (NCI05)

Cresidine Synonyms

Cresidine, 2-Methoxy-5-Methyl-Benzenamine, 2-Methoxy-5-Methylaniline, 3-Amino-4-Methoxytoluene, 4-Methyl-2-Aminoanisole, Azoic Red 36, p-Cresidine

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