Picramic Acid is an important aromatic nitro compound widely used in the chemical, textile, cosmetic, and specialty manufacturing industries. It is orange moist powder, chemically referred to as 2-Amino-4,6-dinitrophenol and used as a key intermediate in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, staining agents and other chemical formulations. However, Picramic Acid is very useful for many industries because of its chemical properties including the presence of both amino and nitro groups, which help it to be excellent coloring properties and high reactivity.
The compound is widely used in hair dye production, production of hand henna, textile dyes, wood stains, and specialty chemicals. It is also used as a key intermediate in organic synthesis to make complex organic compounds and dye intermediates. Picramic Acid's rich colour-producing properties help to ensure colourful and durable shades in various applications.
| Chemical Name | 2-Amino-4,6-dinitrophenol |
| Molecular formula | C6H5N3O5 |
| Structural Formula |  |
| Molecular weight | 199 |
| CAS no. | 96-91-3 |
| Hazard class | 4.1 |
Specifications of Picramic Acid:
| Parameters | Specifications | Method of Analysis |
| Appearance | Moist powder | Visual |
| Color | Orange | Visual |
| Purity (By Amino Content) | 60 ± 5% | Titration |
| Moisture Content | 40 ± 5%. | L. O. D |