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Catechol, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Product Code. 11429452
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Description

Catechol is used as a developer for photographic films, dyes and an intermediate for antioxidants in rubber and lubricating oils. It is used in polymerization inhibitors and in pharmaceuticals. It is a building block in organic synthesis and involved in the preparation of flavors and fragrances. It is used as a replacement for sandalwood oil, which is prepared from catechol through guaiacol and camphor. Further, it is a precursor for the preparation of vanillin from guaiacol, which is obtained by methylation reaction with catechol.

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

Applications
Catechol is used as a developer for photographic films, dyes and an intermediate for antioxidants in rubber and lubricating oils. It is used in polymerization inhibitors and in pharmaceuticals. It is a building block in organic synthesis and involved in the preparation of flavors and fragrances. It is used as a replacement for sandalwood oil, which is prepared from catechol through guaiacol and camphor. Further, it is a precursor for the preparation of vanillin from guaiacol, which is obtained by methylation reaction with catechol.

Solubility
Soluble in water, pyridine, chloroform, benzene, carbon tetrachloride, ether and acetate.

Notes
Air and light sensitive. Incompatible with oxidizing agents, aluminum, bases, acid chlorides and acid anhydrides.
TRUSTED_SUSTAINABILITY

Chemical Identifiers

CAS 120-80-9
Molecular Formula C6H6O2
Molecular Weight (g/mol) 110.11
MDL Number MFCD00002188
InChI Key YCIMNLLNPGFGHC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonym pyrocatechol, catechol, 1,2-dihydroxybenzene, 1,2-benzenediol, pyrocatechin, 2-hydroxyphenol, o-benzenediol, pyrocatechine, o-dihydroxybenzene, o-dioxybenzene
PubChem CID 289
ChEBI CHEBI:18135
IUPAC Name benzene-1,2-diol
SMILES OC1=CC=CC=C1O

Specifications

Melting Point 104°C to 107°C
Density 1.370
Boiling Point 245°C to 246°C
Flash Point 127°C (260°F)
Assay Percent Range 99%
Quantity 250 g
UN Number UN2811
Beilstein 471401
Sensitivity Air and light sensitive
Merck Index 14,7999
Solubility Information Soluble in water,pyridine,chloroform,benzene,carbon tetrachloride,ether and acetate.
Formula Weight 110.11
Percent Purity 99%
Chemical Name or Material Catechol
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Safety and Handling

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Product Identifier
  • Catechol
 Signal Word
  • Danger
 Hazard Category
  • Acute toxicity Category 3
  • Acute toxicity Category 4
  • Carcinogenicity Category 1B
  • Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
  • Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2
  • Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
  • Skin sensitiser Category 1
 Hazard Statement
  • H301-Toxic if swallowed.
  • H311-Toxic in contact with skin.
  • H315-Causes skin irritation.
  • H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction.
  • H318-Causes serious eye damage.
  • H332-Harmful if inhaled.
  • H341-Suspected of causing genetic defects.
  • H350-May cause cancer.
 Precautionary Statement
  • P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
  • P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
  • P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
  • P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P310-Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.
  • P332+P313-If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
 Supplemental information
  • MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Catechol

RUO – Research Use Only

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