Xylidine
What is Xylidine?
Xylidine refers to any of six isomeric dimethylanilines (aminodimethylbenzenes) with the formula (CH₃)₂C₆H₃NH₂. They are aromatic amines derived from the three xylene isomers by replacement of a hydrogen with an amino group. Xylidines are used as intermediates in the manufacture of azo dyes, pharmaceuticals, and agricultural chemicals. They are toxic and potentially carcinogenic.
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Xylidine refers to any of six isomeric dimethylanilines (aminodimethylbenzenes) with the formula (CH₃)₂C₆H₃NH₂. They are aromatic amines derived from the three xylene isomers by replacement of a hydrogen with an amino group. Xylidines are used as intermediates in the manufacture of azo dyes, pharmaceuticals, and agricultural chemicals. They are toxic and potentially carcinogenic.