DinamicTM MEHQ
(CAS No.: 150-76-5)
Dinamic MEHQ
(CAS No.: 150-76-5)
1. Introduction:
4-Methoxyphenol is an organic chemical compound manufactured industrially by the methylation of hydroquinone. It is available in white crystals or flakes in nature with a phenol-like odour.
4-Methoxyphenol is used in industry, mainly as a polymerization inhibitor (petrochemicals), and as a synthesis intermediate (agrochemicals). It is also used as a stabilizer for the formulation of inks, adhesives or additives for the textile and leather industries.
2. Chemical identity:
- Name: Hydroquinone monomethyl ether (MEHQ)
- Chemical name: 4-methoxyphenol
- Synonym: para-methoxyphenol
4-hydroxyanisole - Cas no.: 150-76-5
- Molecular formula: C₇H₈O₂
- Molecular weight: 124.14 g/mol
3. Physical & Chemical Properties:
- Appearance: White crystals or flakes
- Odour: Phenolic odour
- Purity by GC: Min 99.5
- Melting Point: 54-56 ℃
- Boiling Point: 243-244 ℃
- Solubility in Solvents: Soluble in Methanol, Chloroform, Ether etc
- Explosive Properties: Non-Explosive
Uses & Applications:
Polymerization inhibitor in manufacturing of Acrylic acid, MMA & other acrylic derivative. MEHQ is also used in resin manufacturing.
Stabilizer for cellulosic material, liquid detergents & cosmetics. It is also used as a stabilizer for the formulation of inks & toners, adhesives & sealants and additives for the textile and leather industries.
Intermediate to manufacture other stabilizers, dyes, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals & plasticizers.
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