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2,6-Dihydroxynaphthalene, 98%

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Brand: Thermo Scientific Alfa Aesar B21465.06

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Description

CAS: 581-43-1 | C10H8O2 | 160.172 g/mol

2,6-Dihydroxynaphthalene is used in the preparation of 1,5-dichloro-2,6-diethynylnaphthalenes. It is used to produce convulsions in mice. It exhibits antiproliferative activity towards certain cells. It is also employed in the preparation of the first-generation rotaxane dendrimer. Further, it is used in the production of several dyes, pigments, fluorescent whiteners, tanning agents, antioxidants and antiseptics. In addition to this, it is converted into amines, esters, ethers and carboxylic derivatives.

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Applications
2,6-Dihydroxynaphthalene is used in the preparation of 1,5-dichloro-2,6-diethynylnaphthalenes. It is used to produce convulsions in mice. It exhibits antiproliferative activity towards certain cells. It is also employed in the preparation of the first-generation rotaxane dendrimer. Further, it is used in the production of several dyes, pigments, fluorescent whiteners, tanning agents, antioxidants and antiseptics. In addition to this, it is converted into amines, esters, ethers and carboxylic derivatives.

Solubility
Soluble in methanol and hot water. Slightly soluble in water.

Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
TRUSTED_SUSTAINABILITY

Chemical Identifiers

CAS 581-43-1
Molecular Formula C10H8O2
Molecular Weight (g/mol) 160.172
MDL Number MFCD00004082
InChI Key MNZMMCVIXORAQL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonym 2,6-dihydroxynaphthalene, 2,6-naphthalenediol, 2,6-naphthohydroquinone, 2-hydroxy-6-naphthol, unii-4xx2nd0257, 2,6-dihydroxy naphthalene, 2,6-dihdroxynaphthalene, 2,6-dihydroxy-naphthalene, acmc-209m2x, aronis24267
PubChem CID 93552
IUPAC Name naphthalene-2,6-diol
SMILES C1=CC2=C(C=CC(=C2)O)C=C1O

Specifications

Melting Point 223°C to 225°C
Quantity 5 g
Beilstein 1238082
Solubility Information Soluble in methanol and hot water. Slightly soluble in water.
Formula Weight 160.17
Percent Purity 98%
Chemical Name or Material 2,6-Dihydroxynaphthalene

Safety and Handling

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Product Identifier
  • 2,6-Dihydroxynaphthalene
 Signal Word
  • Warning
 Hazard Category
  • Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
  • Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
  • Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
 Hazard Statement
  • H315-Causes skin irritation.
  • H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
 Precautionary Statement
  • P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
  • P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
  • P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
 Supplemental information
  • MIXTURE LIST-Contains : 2,6-Naphthalenediol
SDS

RUO – Research Use Only

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