Trimethylhydroquinone CAS 700-13-0
Chemical Name: Trimethylhydroquinone
CAS No.: 700-13-0
Molecular Formula: C9H12O2
Molecular Weight: 152.9
Density: 0.9595 (rough estimate)
Appearance: Off-white crystal powder
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Table of Contents
1. Product Overview & Specifications
| Parameter | Trimethylhydroquinone (CAS 700-13-0) |
|---|---|
| Chemical Formula | C9H12O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 152.19 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 168°C – 172°C |
| Boiling Point | 295°C at 760 mmHg |
| Solubility | 2 g/L in water (20°C), soluble in methanol/ethanol |
| Purity | ≥98.5% (industrial grade) |
2. Key Applications
Pharmaceutical Intermediate
Primary use in synthesizing vitamin E via condensation with isophytol, serving as the critical phenolic component in tocopherol production.
Specialty Chemicals
- Fluorescent probes for cellular imaging (exhibits stable fluorescence properties)
- UV-absorbing additives in polymer stabilization
- Antioxidant precursor in lubricant formulations
3. Industrial Use Cases
| Industry | Application | Performance Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Nutraceuticals | Vitamin E acetate production | Enables >90% conversion efficiency in esterification |
| Cosmetics | Antioxidant serums | Enhances oxidative stability of lipid-based formulations |
| Materials Science | Polymer light stabilizers | Extends product lifespan under UV exposure by 40-60% |
4. Customer Success Stories
Case 1: Major Vitamin Manufacturer (China)
Challenge: Required high-purity TMHQ for GMP-compliant vitamin E production with ≤50 ppm sulfated ash content.
Solution: Customized purification process achieving 99.2% purity and 28 ppm ash content.
Outcome: 18% increase in production yield with reduced catalyst consumption.
Case 2: Specialty Chemical Producer (Germany)
Challenge: Needed thermally stable TMHQ derivatives for high-temperature polymer applications.
Solution: Developed alkylated TMHQ variants with 220°C+ thermal stability.
Outcome: Enabled new product line for automotive plastics with 2-year market exclusivity.
5. Technical & Safety Information
| Hazard Code | Risk Phrases | Safety Measures |
|---|---|---|
| Xn, N | R20/22-41-50/53 | Use NIOSH-approved respirator & chemical gloves |
Storage: Maintain in sealed containers under inert gas (N2), ≤25°C
Transport: UN 3077, Class 9, PG III
Ecotoxicity: LC50 (Daphnia magna) = 4.2 mg/L (96h)
6. Contact for Technical Consultation
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