Product name:Pyrocatechol
CAS:120-80-9
Molecular Formula:C6H6O2
Formula Weight:110.11
Specification:100g
Description:
Catechol, also known as pyrocatechol or 1,2-dihydroxybenzene, is an organic compound with the molecular formula C6H4(OH)2. It is the ortho isomer of the three isomeric benzenediols. This colourless compound occurs naturally in trace amounts. About 20M kg are produced annually, mainly as a precursor to pesticides, flavors and fragrances.
Catechol occurs as feathery white crystals which are very rapidly soluble in water.