Resorcinol

C₆H₆O₂

IUPAC: Benzene-1,3-diol

CAS: 108-46-3

Aperçu

Resorcinol is a dihydroxybenzene isomer used in dermatology to treat acne, eczema, and dandruff. It is also used in adhesive resins.

Composition

Élément Symbole Atomes Masse atomique
Hydrogen H 6 1,0080
Carbon C 6 12,0110
Oxygen O 2 15,9990

Composition élémentaire

C
65,4%
O
29,1%

Usages

  • Acne treatment
  • Tire rubber adhesion
  • Hair dye ingredient
  • Resin production

Le saviez-vous

  • All three dihydroxybenzene isomers (catechol, resorcinol, hydroquinone) have very different properties

Sécurité

  • ⚠ Irritant
  • ⚠ Endocrine disruptor concern

Structure

SMILES

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

Propriétés

Type
organic
État
solid
Masse molaire
110,11 g/mol
Densité
1,2800 g/cm³
Point de fusion
110,0 °C
Point d'ébullition
277,0 °C
Solubilité
very soluble

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
110,0368
XLogP
0,8
TPSA
40,5 Ų
H-Bond Donors
2
H-Bond Acceptors
2
Rotatable Bonds
0
Heavy Atoms
8
Complexity
64,0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Resorcinol?
Resorcinol (C₆H₆O₂) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name Benzene-1,3-diol.
What is the molecular weight of Resorcinol?
Resorcinol has a molar mass of 110.11 g/mol.
What state is Resorcinol at room temperature?
Resorcinol is a solid at room temperature.
Is Resorcinol organic or inorganic?
Resorcinol is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Resorcinol?
Resorcinol (C₆H₆O₂) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C), Oxygen (O).