A dihydroxyacetophenone with hydroxyl substituents at positions 2′ and 4′. It is a derivative of resorcinol (1,3-dihydroxybenzene) with an acetyl group attached at the 4-position.
| CAS Number | 89-84-9 |
| Molecular Weight | 152.15 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to yellow, white to orange, or white to brown powder or crystals |
| Melting Point | 142 – 146 °C |
| Solubility |
Slightly soluble in water; soluble in hot alcohol, pyridine, and acetic acid |
| Packing |
Powder form: 25 Kg HEDP bag with 2 inner liners (5-layer protected packaging) |
| Synonyms |
2′,4′-Dihydroxyacetophenone, 1-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)ethanone, Resacetophenone, Resorcinol, 4-acetyl- |
| Uses |
Used as a chemical intermediate and as an active ingredient in topical dermatological treatments for skin conditions such as acne and eczema. It exhibits antibacterial and antifungal properties, making it effective in various pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications. |
