Molekula
4-Hexylresorcinol
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4-Hexylresorcinol is an organic compound with antimicrobial, antifungal, and antioxidant properties, primarily used in pharmaceuticals, food preservation, and laboratory applications. It inhibits microbial growth and is also employed as a reagent in biochemical research. This chemical has a CAS number of 136-77-6, a molecular formula of C12H18O2, and a molecular weight of 194.27. It is stored at ambient conditions and carries a signal word of Warning.
Molekula supplies 4-Hexylresorcinol in 25 g packs, from £37.08 inc. VAT. It is in stock for same-day dispatch. Every batch ships with a certificate of analysis, and safety data sheets are available in 6 languages. Larger quantities, up to multi-tonne, are quoted on request.
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Pricing & pack sizes
In stock — same-day dispatch
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25 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White solid |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 198 °C |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Odour | Pungent odor |
| Melting Point | 67.5-69 °C |
| Boiling Point | 178-180 °C at 6.7 mmHg; 198-100 °C at 13-14 mmHg; 333-335 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Water Solubility | 500 mg/L at 18 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Freely soluble in glycerol |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.00000845 mmHg |
| log P (octanol/water) | 3.45 |
Source: PubChem CID 3610 (HSDB, Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90027693 |
| CAS Number | 136-77-6 |
| IUPAC Name | 4-hexylbenzene-1,3-diol |
| EC Number | 205-257-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C12H18O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 194.27 |
| Exact Mass | 194.1307 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCC1=C(C=C(C=C1)O)O |
| InChIKey | WFJIVOKAWHGMBH-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C12H18O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6-10-7-8-11(13)9-12(10)14/h7-9,13-14H,2-6H2,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 3610 |
| UN Number | UN3077 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29072905 |
| Tariff Code | 2907290090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- 4-Hexyl-1,3-benzenediol
- 4-hexylbenzene-1,3-diol
- 4-n-Hexylresorcinol
- Antascarin
- Ascaricid
- Ascarinol
- Caprokol
- Crystoids
- hexylresorcinol
- p-Hexylresorcinol
Frequently asked questions
What is 4-Hexylresorcinol commonly used for?
4-Hexylresorcinol is primarily used as an antimicrobial agent in pharmaceuticals, food preservation, and as a reagent in biochemical research, particularly as a tyrosinase inhibitor in studies of enzymatic browning and melanogenesis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 4-Hexylresorcinol?
The chemical formula is C12H18O2, and the molecular weight is 194.27 g/mol.
How should 4-Hexylresorcinol be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a tightly sealed container, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
What grades or purities of 4-Hexylresorcinol does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies 4-Hexylresorcinol as a white solid whose identity conforms to the reference standard, for research and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply 4-Hexylresorcinol in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide bulk quantities of 4-Hexylresorcinol upon request, subject to availability and order specifications.
What documentation comes with an order of 4-Hexylresorcinol?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
Where can I buy 4-Hexylresorcinol?
Directly from Molekula, which lists 4-Hexylresorcinol in 25 g packs from £37.08 inc. VAT, with a certificate of analysis for every batch. Larger quantities are quoted on request. Molekula's offices: United Kingdom, France, Spain, Germany, Italy, United States and China.
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