Hydroquinone, 99.5%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

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.

Specifications

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.

Safety and Handling

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