| Identification | |
| Name: | 2-Methylhydroquinone |
| Synonyms: | Hydroquinone,methyl- (6CI,8CI);1,4-Dihydroxy-2-methylbenzene;2,5-Dihydroxytoluene;2,5-Toluenediol;2-Methyl-1,4-benzenediol;2-Methyl-1,4-dihydroxybenzene;2-Methyl-1,4-hydroquinone;2-Methyl-p-hydroquinone;4-Hydroxy-2-methylphenol;M-HQ;Methyl-p-hydroquinone;Methylhydroquinone; |
| CAS: | 95-71-6 |
| EINECS: | 202-443-7 |
| Molecular Formula: | C7H8O2 |
| Molecular Weight: | 124.14 |
| InChI: | InChI=1/C7H8O2/c1-5-4-6(8)2-3-7(5)9/h2-4,8-9H,1H3 |
| Molecular Structure: |  |
| Properties | |
| Transport: | 2811 |
| Boiling Point: | 277.8 oC at 760 mmHg |
| Stability: | Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with oxidizing agents, strong bases. |
| Refractive index: | 1.594 |
| Solubility: | 77 g/L (25 oC) |
| Appearance: | white solid |
| Report: |
Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory. |
| Packinggroup: | III |
| HS Code: | 29072900 |
| Storage Temperature: | Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. |
| Safety Data | |
| Hazard Symbols |
Xn:Harmful
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