Hydroquinone, 100 g

The Hydroquinone, available in a 100 gram quantity, falls under the category of General Reagents. It is a 1,4-Dihydroxybenzene with a Molecular Weight of 110.11 grams per mole. This substance belongs to the group of Phenols, cresols, dimethylphenols, dihydroxybenzenes etc., and is identified by the CAS Number 123-31-9. In the workplace, it requires caution as it is a corrosive material, and safety measures such as wearing safety goggles and gloves are recommended. The Boiling Point ranges from 545 to 549 degrees Fahrenheit at 760 millimeters of mercury, and it has a Vapour Density heavier than air, causing it to sink.

• CAS Number: 123-31-9
• Molecular Formula: C6H6O2
• Molecular Weight: 110.11
• Exact Mass: 110.036779430
• Boiling Point: 545 to 549 °F at 760 mmHg (EPA, 1998)
• Melting Point: 338 to 340 °F (EPA, 1998)
• Vapour Density: 3.81 (EPA, 1998) - Heavier than air; will sink (Relative to Air)
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements:
• H302: Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
• H316: Causes mild skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]