Catecol

C₆H₆O₂

IUPAC: Benzene-1,2-diol

CAS: 120-80-9

Descripción general

Catechol is a dihydroxybenzene found in many natural polyphenols. It is used in photography, pharmaceutical synthesis, and as an antioxidant.

Composición

Elemento Símbolo Átomos Masa atómica
Hidrógeno H 6 1,0080
Carbono C 6 12,0110
Oxígeno O 2 15,9990

Composición elemental

Usos

  • Pharmaceutical synthesis
  • Photography developer
  • Pesticide intermediate

Datos curiosos

  • The catechol group is found in neurotransmitters dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine

Seguridad

  • ⚠ Toxic
  • ⚠ Skin sensitizer

Estructura

SMILES

C1=CC=C(C(=C1)O)O

Propiedades

Tipo
organic
Estado
solid
Masa molar
110,11 g/mol
Densidad
1,3440 g/cm³
Punto de fusión
105,0 °C
Punto de ebullición
245,5 °C
Solubilidad
430 g/L at 20°C

Descriptores moleculares

Masa exacta
110,0368
XLogP
0,9
TPSA
40,5 Ų
Donadores de enlace de hidrógeno
2
Aceptores de enlace de hidrógeno
2
Enlaces rotables
0
Átomos pesados
8
Complejidad
62,0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Catecol?
Catecol (C₆H₆O₂) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name Benzene-1,2-diol.
What is the molecular weight of Catecol?
Catecol has a molar mass of 110.11 g/mol.
What state is Catecol at room temperature?
Catecol is a solid at room temperature.
Is Catecol organic or inorganic?
Catecol is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Catecol?
Catecol (C₆H₆O₂) is composed of Hidrógeno (H), Carbono (C), Oxígeno (O).