Resorcinol
CAS 108-46-3C6H6O2110.11 g/mol
Resorcinol is a benzenediol that is benzene dihydroxylated at positions 1 and 3. It has a role as a sensitiser and an erythropoietin inhibitor. It is a phenolic donor, a benzenediol and a member of resorcinols.
IUPAC: benzene-1,3-diol
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Physical & Chemical Properties
| Melting Point | 228 to 232 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 531 to 536 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.2 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 65.3 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Flash Point | 261 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Vapor Pressure | 1 mmHg at 227.1 °F ; 0.0002 mmHg at 77 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Resorcinol is a very white crystalline solid that becomes pink on exposure to light if not completely pure. Burns although ignition is difficult. Density approximately 1.28 g / cm3. Irritating to skin and eyes. Toxic by skin absorption. Used to make plastics and pharmaceuticals. |
Data: PubChem · Last updated: 4/20/2026
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HS Code(s): 2907
Data: UN Comtrade
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