2,3-Dimethylhydroquinone, 97%

Name: 2,3-Dimethylhydroquinone, 97%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-018767

About 2,3-Dimethylhydroquinone, 97%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2,3-Dimethylhydroquinone, a polymer registered under CAS number 608-43-5 with a typical assay of 97%. With the molecular formula C8H10O2, it has a molar mass of 138.16 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2,3-dimethylbenzene-1,4-diol. Alternative names: 2,3-Xylohydroquinone and o-Xylohydroquinone.

It is supplied as white to grey to brown powder or crystals. Literature values give a melting point of 223-225 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include polymer research, coatings and films, formulation development and fine chemical synthesis. It is used across polymers and plastics and paints and coatings.

Available in 5 g, 25 g and 1 kg packs, 2,3-Dimethylhydroquinone is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Polymer research
Coatings & films
Formulation development
Fine chemical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2,3-Dimethylhydroquinone, 97%
Catalogue No.	VQ-018767
CAS Number	608-43-5
IUPAC name	2,3-dimethylbenzene-1,4-diol
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₀O₂
Molecular weight	138.16 g/mol
Exact mass	138.0681
Purity / assay	97%
HSN code	29146990
InChIKey	BXJGUBZTZWCMEX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=C(C=CC(=C1C)O)O
PubChem CID	69100

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to grey to brown powder or crystals
Melting point	223-225 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 2
TPSA	40.5 Å²
Synonyms	2,3-Xylohydroquinone, 2,3-Dimethylhydroquinone, o-Xylohydroquinone, 1,4-Benzenediol, 2,3-dimethyl-, Hydroquinone, 2,3-dimethyl-, o-Xylene-3,6-diol, 1,4-Benzenediol, dimethyl-, Dimethylhydroquinone, 2,3-Dimethyl-1,4-benzenediol, 1,4-Dihydroxy-2,3-dimethylbenzene, 3,6-Dihydroxy-o-xylene, Xylohydroquinone

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + 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 2,3-Dimethylhydroquinone, 97%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2,3-Dimethylhydroquinone, 97% is 608-43-5. It is also known as 2,3-Xylohydroquinone, 2,3-Dimethylhydroquinone, o-Xylohydroquinone.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,3-Dimethylhydroquinone, 97%?

2,3-Dimethylhydroquinone, 97% has the molecular formula C8H10O2 and a molecular weight of 138.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2,3-dimethylbenzene-1,4-diol.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2,3-Dimethylhydroquinone, 97% can I order?

We supply 2,3-Dimethylhydroquinone, 97% in (97%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2,3-Dimethylhydroquinone, 97%?

Yes. Every lot of 2,3-Dimethylhydroquinone, 97% 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 2,3-Dimethylhydroquinone, 97% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2,3-Dimethylhydroquinone, 97% 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.