1,4-Dihydroxynaphthalene

Name: 1,4-Dihydroxynaphthalene
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-050883

About 1,4-Dihydroxynaphthalene

1,4-Dihydroxynaphthalene (CAS 571-60-8) is a phenolic building block offered by Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C10H8O2 and its molecular weight is 160.17 g/mol. Systematically, it is named naphthalene-1,4-diol. Alternative names: 1,4-Naphthohydroquinone and Naphthohydroquinone.

Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 5 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation. Custom pack sizes, bulk quantities and specific analytical data can be arranged on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	1,4-Dihydroxynaphthalene
Catalogue No.	VQ-050883
CAS Number	571-60-8
IUPAC name	naphthalene-1,4-diol
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₈O₂
Molecular weight	160.17 g/mol
Exact mass	160.0524
InChIKey	PCILLCXFKWDRMK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=CC=C2O)O
PubChem CID	11305

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	1.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 2
TPSA	40.5 Å²
Synonyms	1,4-Naphthohydroquinone, Naphthohydroquinone, Hydronaphthoquinone, 1,4-Naphthoquinol, alpha-Naphthoquinhydrone, 1,4-Naphththalenediol, alpha-Naphthohydroquinone, napthalene- 1,4-diol, Naphthalenediol-(1,4)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 1,4-Dihydroxynaphthalene?

The CAS Registry Number of 1,4-Dihydroxynaphthalene is 571-60-8. It is also known as 1,4-Naphthohydroquinone, Naphthohydroquinone, Hydronaphthoquinone.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,4-Dihydroxynaphthalene?

1,4-Dihydroxynaphthalene has the molecular formula C10H8O2 and a molecular weight of 160.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is naphthalene-1,4-diol.

Which grade and pack sizes of 1,4-Dihydroxynaphthalene can I order?

We supply 1,4-Dihydroxynaphthalene, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 1,4-Dihydroxynaphthalene?

Yes. Every lot of 1,4-Dihydroxynaphthalene is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 1,4-Dihydroxynaphthalene be shipped internationally?

Yes. 1,4-Dihydroxynaphthalene is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.