Hydroquinone, 99.5%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Acros Organics product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Acros Organics product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Chemical Identifiers

CAS

123-31-9

Molecular Formula

C₆H₆O₂

Molecular Weight (g/mol)

110.11

MDL Number

MFCD00002339

InChI Key

QIGBRXMKCJKVMJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Synonym

hydroquinone, 1,4-benzenediol, quinol, 1,4-dihydroxybenzene, p-benzenediol, 4-hydroxyphenol, p-hydroquinone, p-hydroxyphenol, p-dihydroxybenzene, benzoquinol

PubChem CID

785

ChEBI

CHEBI:17594

IUPAC Name

benzene-1,4-diol

SMILES

C1=CC(=CC=C1O)O

Melting Point

170.0°C to 174.0°C

Color

White

Density

1.32

Boiling Point

285.0°C to 287.0°C

Flash Point

165°C

Infrared Spectrum

Authentic

Assay Percent Range

99.4% min. (HPLC)

Packaging

Plastic bottle

Linear Formula

C₆H₄(OH)₂

Quantity

50 g

Beilstein

06,836

Fieser

05,341; 14,249

Merck Index

15,4845

Solubility Information

Solubility in water: 70g/L in water (20°C). Other solubilities: soluble in alcohol and ether,slightly soluble in benzene,readily soluble in ethanol,acetone and methanol

Formula Weight

110.11

Percent Purity

99.5%

Physical Form

Needle-like Crystals or Crystalline Powder

Chemical Name or Material

Hydroquinone, p.a.

Hazard Category

GHS Signal Word: Danger

Hazard Statement

GHS H Statement:
Causes serious eye damage.
Suspected of causing genetic defects.
May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Suspected of causing cancer.
Harmful if swallowed.
Very toxic to aquatic life.

Precautionary Statement

GHS P Statement:
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
Avoid release to the environment.

WARNING: The information provided on this web site was developed in compliance with European Union (EU) regulations and is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guide for safe handling and use. It is not to be considered as either a warranty or quality specification.

EINECSNumber

204-617-8

RTECSNumber

MX3500000

TSCA

TSCA

SDS

Hazard Category

GHS Signal Word: Danger

Hazard Statement

GHS H Statement:
Causes serious eye damage.
Suspected of causing genetic defects.
May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Suspected of causing cancer.
Harmful if swallowed.
Very toxic to aquatic life.

Precautionary Statement

GHS P Statement:
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
Avoid release to the environment.

WARNING: The information provided on this web site was developed in compliance with European Union (EU) regulations and is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guide for safe handling and use. It is not to be considered as either a warranty or quality specification.

EINECSNumber

204-617-8

RTECSNumber

MX3500000

TSCA

TSCA

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only