2-Methoxyhydroquinone, 98%

Name: 2-Methoxyhydroquinone, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010147

About 2-Methoxyhydroquinone, 98%

2-Methoxyhydroquinone (CAS 824-46-4) is a phenolic building block offered by Vaqora Chemicals, specified at 98% purity. The compound has the formula C7H8O3, corresponding to a molecular weight of 140.14 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-methoxybenzene-1,4-diol. It is also known as Methoxyhydroquinone or o-Methoxyhydroquinone.

The material typically appears as white to light gray to light orange powder or crystals. Reported physical data include a melting point of 89 °C and a boiling point of 180 °C/24 mmHg. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 5 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

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

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Methoxyhydroquinone, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010147
CAS Number	824-46-4
IUPAC name	2-methoxybenzene-1,4-diol
Molecular formula	C₇H₈O₃
Molecular weight	140.14 g/mol
Exact mass	140.0473
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	LAQYHRQFABOIFD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC1=C(C=CC(=C1)O)O
PubChem CID	69988

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to light gray to light orange powder or crystals
Melting point	89 °C
Boiling point	180 °C/24 mmHg
LogP (XLogP3)	0.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	49.7 Å²
Synonyms	Methoxyhydroquinone, o-Methoxyhydroquinone, 1,4-Dihydroxy-2-methoxybenzene, 1,4-Benzenediol, 2-methoxy-, 2,5-Dihydroxyanisol, 2-Methoxyhydroquinone, 98%, 2-Methoxy-1,4-benzenediol #

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H400Very toxic to aquatic life

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, 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-Methoxyhydroquinone, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Methoxyhydroquinone, 98% is 824-46-4. It is also known as Methoxyhydroquinone, o-Methoxyhydroquinone, 1,4-Dihydroxy-2-methoxybenzene.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methoxyhydroquinone, 98%?

2-Methoxyhydroquinone, 98% has the molecular formula C7H8O3 and a molecular weight of 140.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-methoxybenzene-1,4-diol.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Methoxyhydroquinone, 98% can I order?

We supply 2-Methoxyhydroquinone, 98% in (98%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Methoxyhydroquinone, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Methoxyhydroquinone, 98% 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-Methoxyhydroquinone, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Methoxyhydroquinone, 98% 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.