What is 1, 3-Benzenediol (CAS:108-46-3) used for?

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What is 1, 3-Benzenediol (CAS:108-46-3)?


1, 3-Benzenediol is a 1,3-isomer (or meta-isomer) of benzenediol with the formula C6H4(OH)2. It is a multi-functional raw material bridging several industries - from automotive and textile manufacturing to pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and specialty chemicals.

 

Parameter name Parameter
CAS NO. 108-46-3
MF C6H6O2
EINECS No. 203-585-2
melting point 109.5ºC
boiling point 276.5ºC
relative density 1.28g/cm3
heat of conbustion 2847.8kJ/mol
ignition temperature 608ºC
saturated vapor pressure 0.13
relative vapour density 3.79

 

What is 1, 3-Benzenediol (CAS:108-46-3)?

 

Resorcinol (CAS:108-46-3) use

 

Rubber and Adhesives Industry
Tire Cord Adhesion: 1, 3-Benzenediol is a raw material in the manufacture of resorcinol–formaldehyde–latex (RFL) adhesives, which are used to bond rubber to reinforcing materials such as nylon, polyester, and steel cords in tire production.

Dyes, Pigments, and Resins
Dye Intermediate: 1, 3-Benzenediol is used to produce azo dyes, fluorescent dyes, and other specialty colorants.

Pharmaceuticals and Cosmetics
Dermatological Products: Applied in topical creams, ointments, and acne treatments.
Hair Dyes: Functions as a coupling agent in oxidative hair coloring formulations.
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs): Used in the synthesis of various medicines such as anti-thyroid drugs.

Flame Retardants and Specialty Chemicals
Flame Retardant Resins: Resorcinol-based resins can improve fire resistance in plastics and building materials.
UV Absorbers: Used in sunblock agents and polymer stabilizers to protect materials from UV degradation.

Analytical Reagents
Employed as a chemical reagent in laboratories for detecting certain sugars, amino acids, and metal ions.

 

Resorcinol use

 

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