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William Henry Perkin
British chemist known for his accidental discovery of the first synthetic dye
For the organic chemist and son of William Henry Perkin, see William Henry Perkin Jr.
Sir William Henry Perkin FRS (12 March 1838 – 14 July 1907)[1] was a British chemist and entrepreneur best known for his serendipitous discovery of the first commercial synthetic organicdye, mauveine, made from aniline.
Though he failed in trying to synthesisequinine for the treatment of malaria, he became successful in the field of dyes after his first discovery at the age of 18.[2]
Perkin set up a factory to produce the dye industrially.
Lee Blaszczyk, professor of business history at the University of Leeds, states, "By laying the foundation for the synthetic organic chemicals industry, Perkin helped to revolutionize the world of fashion."[2]
Early years
William Perkin was born in the East End of London,[3] the youngest of the seven children o