4-Methoxybenzene-1,2-diol

Name: 4-Methoxybenzene-1,2-diol
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-051514

About 4-Methoxybenzene-1,2-diol

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 4-Methoxybenzene-1,2-diol, a phenolic building block registered under CAS number 3934-97-2. Its molecular formula is C7H8O3 and its molecular weight is 140.14 g/mol. It is also known as 1,2-Benzenediol, 4-methoxy- or p-Methoxycatechol.

Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, 4-Methoxybenzene-1,2-diol is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request. Larger quantities and custom packaging are available. Request a quote for pricing and lead time.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-Methoxybenzene-1,2-diol
Catalogue No.	VQ-051514
CAS Number	3934-97-2
IUPAC name	4-methoxybenzene-1,2-diol
Molecular formula	C₇H₈O₃
Molecular weight	140.14 g/mol
Exact mass	140.0473
InChIKey	JXZABYGWFNGNLB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC1=CC(=C(C=C1)O)O
PubChem CID	587766

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	1.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	49.7 Å²
Synonyms	1,2-Benzenediol, 4-methoxy-, p-Methoxycatechol, 4-Methoxy-1,2-benzenediol, 4-Methoxyactechol, 4-methoxy pyrocatechol, 4-Methoxycatechol, 3,4-Dihydroxyanisole, 4-Methoxy-1,2-benzenediol #, 1,2-dihydroxy-4-methoxybenzene, Estr-4-en-3-one,17-hydroxy-,(22beta)-

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 4-Methoxybenzene-1,2-diol?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-Methoxybenzene-1,2-diol is 3934-97-2. It is also known as 1,2-Benzenediol, 4-methoxy-, p-Methoxycatechol, 4-Methoxy-1,2-benzenediol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methoxybenzene-1,2-diol?

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

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-Methoxybenzene-1,2-diol can I order?

We supply 4-Methoxybenzene-1,2-diol, 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 4-Methoxybenzene-1,2-diol?

Yes. Every lot of 4-Methoxybenzene-1,2-diol 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 4-Methoxybenzene-1,2-diol be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4-Methoxybenzene-1,2-diol 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.