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2-Methylresorcinol (pdf)

CAS number	608-25-3
EC number	210-155-8
Formula	C7H8O2
Molecular weight	124.139
Appearance	white crystal powder
Assay, %, min.	99
Melting point, °С	118 - 121
Boiling point, °С	264
Main impurities	different alkylresorcinols
Other names:	2-Metyl-1,3-benzenediol, 2,6-Dihydroxytoluene, Gamma-orcinol, Methylresorcinoltech

Applications

2-Methylresorcinol is applicable in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries