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Catechol

Synonym(s):Catechol;Pyrocatechol;1,2-Benzenediol;1,2-Dihydroxybenzene;1,2-Dihydroxybenzene, Catechol

  • CAS NO.:120-80-9
  • Empirical Formula: C6H6O2
  • Molecular Weight: 110.11
  • MDL number: MFCD00002188
  • EINECS: 204-427-5
  • SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
  • Update Date: 2024-03-14 15:18:27
Catechol Structural Picture

What is Catechol?

The Uses of Catechol

Catechol is used in photography, in dyeing fur, and as a topical antiseptic.

What are the applications of Application

Pyrocatechol is a useful precursor to various pesticides, flavors, and fragrances

Properties of Catechol

Melting point: 100-103 °C (lit.)
Boiling point: 245 °C (lit.)
Density  1,371 g/cm3
Flash point: 279 °F
storage temp.  Store below +30°C.
solubility  430g/l
form  Crystalline Flakes
color  white to faintly beige
Water Solubility  430 g/L (20 ºC)
Sensitive  Air & Light Sensitive

Safety information for Catechol

Signal word Danger
Pictogram(s)

Corrosion
Corrosives
GHS05

Skull and Crossbones
Acute Toxicity
GHS06

Health Hazard
GHS08
GHS Hazard Statements H315:Skin corrosion/irritation
H317:Sensitisation, Skin
H318:Serious eye damage/eye irritation
H341:Germ cell mutagenicity
H350:Carcinogenicity
Precautionary Statement Codes P202:Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P301+P310:IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.

Computed Descriptors for Catechol

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