CAS 496-73-1

4-Methylresorcinol

Description:

4-Methylresorcinol, with the CAS number 496-73-1, is an organic compound that belongs to the class of resorcinols, which are dihydroxybenzene derivatives. It features a methyl group attached to the 4-position of the resorcinol structure, which consists of a benzene ring with two hydroxyl (-OH) groups located at the 1 and 3 positions. This compound is typically a white to pale yellow crystalline solid and is soluble in water, alcohol, and other organic solvents. 4-Methylresorcinol is known for its antioxidant properties and is often used in cosmetic formulations, particularly in skin-lightening products, due to its ability to inhibit melanin production. Additionally, it has applications in the pharmaceutical industry and as a reagent in various chemical syntheses. However, it is essential to handle this compound with care, as it may cause skin irritation and has specific safety considerations associated with its use.

Formula: C₇H₈O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C7H8O2/c1-5-2-3-6(8)4-7(5)9/h2-4,8-9H,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=FNYDIAAMUCQQDE-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: OC1=C(C)C=CC(O)=C1

Synonyms:

• 1,3-Benzenediol, 4-Methyl-
• 1,3-Dihydroxy-4-methylbenzene
• 2,4-Dihydroxyphenylmethane
• 2,4-Dihydroxytoluene
• 2,4-Toluenediol
• 4-Methyl-1,3-dihydroxybenzene
• 4-Methylbenzene-1,3-diol
• 4-Methylresorcin
• 4-methyl-1,3-Benzenediol
• Cresorcinol
• Nko 10

4-Methylbenzene-1,3-diol

CAS: 496-73-1

Formula: C₇H₈O₂

Purity: >98.0%(GC)

Color and Shape: White to Light yellow powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 124.14

Ref: 3B-M2248

4-Methylbenzene-1,3-diol

CAS: 496-73-1

Formula: C₇H₈O₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 124.139

Ref: 10-F208711

4-Methylresorcinol

CAS: 496-73-1

4-Methylresorcinol

Formula: C₇H₈O₂

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 124.13722

Ref: 54-OR916542

4-Methylbenzene-1,3-diol

CAS: 496-73-1

Formula: C₇H₈O₂

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 124.1372

Ref: IN-DA00DCIY

4-Methylresorcinol

CAS: 496-73-1

4-Methylresorcinol is a phenolic compound that has been shown to have a broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity. It is an inhibitor of 3-hydroxybenzoic acid, a key metabolic intermediate in the biosynthesis of aromatic amino acids and lignin. 4-Methylresorcinol inhibits the enzyme tyrosine ammonia lyase, which converts tyrosine to 3-hydroxybenzoic acid. The synthetic nature of 4-methylresorcinol makes it an attractive candidate for use as an antifungal agent, since it does not produce any byproducts in the human body. 4-Methylresorcinol also has antifungal activity against other organisms such as Candida albicans, Aspergillus niger, and Trichoderma viride.

Formula: C₇H₈O₂

Purity: Area-% Min. 90 Area-%

Color and Shape: White Powder

Molecular weight: 124.14 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FM66950

4-Methylbenzene-1,3-diol

CAS: 496-73-1

4-Methylbenzene-1,3-diol

Formula: C₇H₈O₂

Purity: 97%

Molecular weight: 124.14

Ref: IN-DG5004