1. A colorless crystalline organic compound used in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other industrial chemicals.
Usage: chemistry; technical; carcinogenic substance; handling requires safety precautions

Examples

• Benzidine was historically used as a starting material for producing azo dyes.
• The chemical structure of benzidine consists of two aniline groups connected by a single bond.
• Industrial workers handling benzidine must follow strict safety protocols due to its carcinogenic properties.
• Benzidine derivatives are still employed in certain specialized applications despite health concerns.
• The production of benzidine-based pigments has declined significantly in developed countries.