4-Methylcatechol

CAS NO.：452-86-8

Appearance: White solid

Purity: Min98.0%

Product Name	4-Methylcatechol
Common Name	2-Hydroxy-4-methylphenol;4-Methyl-1,2-benzenediol (4-methylpyrocatechol);4-Methyl-1,2-dihydroxybenzene;4-methyl-2-benzenediol;4-methyl-benzene-1,2-diol;4-methyl-pyrocatecho;PARA-METHYLCATECHOL;3,4-DIHYDROXYTOLUENE / 4-METHYLCATECHOL
Chemical Formula	C7H8O2
Molecular Weight	124.14g/mol
CAS NO	452-86-8
Melting Point	67-69 °C(lit.)
Density	1.129 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Active document support	NMR, HPLC, COA,MSDS
Packaging	25 kilograms of plastic barrels / 1 kilogram of plastic-sealed bags
Lead time	In stock
Hs code	2909500000
Transport Information	NON DG
Contact Info	Nicole Zhao Nicole@coreychem.com

Chemical Intermediate

4-Methylcatechol is commonly used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals.

Pharmaceutical Industry

It serves as a building block in the development of various drug molecules, particularly those involving catechol or phenol functionalities.

Polymer and Resin Industry

It is used in the production of specialty polymers and resins due to its ability to participate in crosslinking and oxidation-reduction reactions.

Antioxidants

Due to its phenolic structure, it can act as an antioxidant in certain formulations, helping to prevent oxidative degradation.

Flavors and Fragrances

In trace amounts, it may be used as a precursor or modifier in the synthesis of aroma compounds, though this is less common.

Research and Development

4-Methylcatechol is also used in academic and industrial research, particularly in studies involving redox chemistry, enzymatic reactions (e.g., tyrosinase activity), and biosynthesis pathways.

Packing: 25 kilograms of plastic barrels / 1 kilogram of plastic-sealed bags

Contact Manager Email：Nicole@coreychem.com

Get a quote

CAS NO.: 169051-60-9