Resorcinol diglycidyl ether

Synonym(s):Resorcinol diglycidyl ether;Diglycidyl resorcinol ether;Resorcinol bis(2,3-epoxypropyl) ether;Resorcinol glycidyl ether;1,3-Bis(2,3-epoxypropoxy)benzene

CAS NO.：101-90-6
Empirical Formula: C12H14O4
Molecular Weight: 222.24
MDL number: MFCD00078378
EINECS: 202-987-5
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2024-04-03 12:01:51

What is Resorcinol diglycidyl ether?

Chemical properties

Straw-yellow liquid. Miscible with most organic resins. Combustible.

Chemical properties

Resorcinol diglycidyl ether is a straw yellow liquid with a slight phenolic odor.The phenolic odor is easily perceptible.

The Uses of Resorcinol diglycidyl ether

Resorcinol diglycidyl ether is made by the reaction of epichlorohydrin and resorcinol in the presence of caustic. It is suggested for use as an epoxy resin, as a stabilizer of organic chemicals, as a curing agent for “Thiokol” rubber, and for the solubilizing of protein adhesives.

The Uses of Resorcinol diglycidyl ether

Epoxy resins.

The Uses of Resorcinol diglycidyl ether

Diglycidyl Resorcinol Ether is a Resorcinol (R144700) derivative. Resorcinol is A benzene derivative used as keratolytic and antiseborrheic. Also used in veterinary medicine as a topical antipruritic and antiseptic (has been used as intestinal antiseptic).Environmental toxin on US EPA Toxic Release Inventory list (TRI) list.

What are the applications of Application

Resorcinol diglycidyl ether is a reactive diluent and modifier in epoxy resins used in coatings, potting and tooling compounds, adhesives and composites.

Definition

ChEBI: Diglycidyl resorcinol ether is an aromatic ether.

General Description

Clear yellow or straw-yellow viscous liquid. Boiling point 172°C; density 1.21 g / cm3. Possible carcinogen.

Air & Water Reactions

Insoluble in water.

Reactivity Profile

2,2'-[1,3-Phenylenebis(oxymethylene)]dioxirane is an alkylating agent. Reacts with compounds having a labile hydrogen .

Fire Hazard

2,2'-[1,3-Phenylenebis(oxymethylene)]dioxirane is combustible.

Safety Profile

Confirmed carcinogen with experimental carcinogenic and tumorigenic data. Poison by intraperitoneal route. Moderately toxic by ingestion. Mutation data reported. A skin irritant. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes. See also ETHERS.

Carcinogenicity

Diglycidyl resorcinol ether is reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen based on sufficient evidence of carcinogenicity from studies in experimental animals.

Properties of Resorcinol diglycidyl ether

Melting point:	33-35°C
Boiling point:	172 °C (lit.)
Density	1.21 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
vapor pressure	0.006Pa at 25℃
refractive index	n20/D 1.542(lit.)
Flash point:	>230 °F
storage temp.	Hygroscopic, Refrigerator, Under inert atmosphere
solubility	H₂O: insoluble
form	Solid
color	White to Pale Beige Low-Melting
Water Solubility	Insoluble in water.
BRN	203671
Stability:	Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
CAS DataBase Reference	101-90-6(CAS DataBase Reference)
IARC	2B (Vol. 36, Sup 7, 71) 1999
NIST Chemistry Reference	Benzene, m-bis(2,3-epoxy propoxy)-(101-90-6)
EPA Substance Registry System	Diglycidyl resorcinol ether (101-90-6)

Safety information for Resorcinol diglycidyl ether

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07 Health Hazard GHS08
GHS Hazard Statements	H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H317:Sensitisation, Skin H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H341:Germ cell mutagenicity H351:Carcinogenicity H412:Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard
Precautionary Statement Codes	P201:Obtain special instructions before use. P273:Avoid release to the environment. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P308+P313:IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.