2,6-dimethyl-4-hydroxybenzoic acid

2,6-dimethyl-4-hydroxybenzoic acid - Names and Identifiers

Name	2,6-Dimethyl-4-hydroxybenzoic acid
Synonyms	RARECHEM AL BO 0854 4-Hydroxy-2,6-DimethylbenzoicAci 4-HYDROXY-2,6-DIMETHYLBENZOIC ACID 4-Hydroxy-2,6-dimethylbenzoic acid 2,6-Dimethyl-4-hydroxybenzoic acid 2,6-dimethyl-4-hydroxybenzoic acid Benzoic acid, 4-hydroxy-2,6-dimethyl-
CAS	75056-97-2
InChI	InChI=1/C9H10O3/c1-5-3-7(10)4-6(2)8(5)9(11)12/h3-4,10H,1-2H3,(H,11,12)

2,6-dimethyl-4-hydroxybenzoic acid - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C9H10O3
Molar Mass	166.17
Density	1.249±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
Melting Point	178°C
Boling Point	345.0±30.0 °C(Predicted)
Flash Point	176.6°C
Vapor Presure	2.41E-05mmHg at 25°C
Appearance	Crystalline powder
pKa	4.12±0.37(Predicted)
Storage Condition	Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
Refractive Index	1.587

2,6-dimethyl-4-hydroxybenzoic acid - Risk and Safety

Hazard Symbols	Xi - Irritant
Hazard Class	IRRITANT

2,6-dimethyl-4-hydroxybenzoic acid - Introduction

2, a kind of organic compound, chemical formula is C9H10O3. It is a white crystalline solid, soluble in alcohol and ether solvents, slightly soluble in water.

2, acid is widely used in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. It can be used as a preservative, as an antibacterial agent and as an active ingredient in cosmetics. Because of its antibacterial and antiseptic properties, it is often used in the preparation of skin care products, shampoos, perfumes and other products.

This compound is produced mainly by a substitution reaction of toluene. The specific preparation process involves the nitration reaction to produce nitrotoluene, then dimethyltoluene is obtained by reduction reaction, and finally the synthesis of 2, acid by acylation reaction.

Regarding safety information, 2, acid is a general organic compound and needs to comply with the safe operation procedures for general chemicals. In case of contact with skin or eyes, rinse immediately with water and seek medical help. Avoid inhalation or ingestion of the compound. During use, attention should be paid to protective measures, such as wearing protective glasses, gloves and protective masks. During storage and handling, it should be sealed and kept away from fire and oxidizing agents.

Last Update：2024-04-09 20:02:46