Resorcinol

 

CAS No.: 108-46-3                                  EINECS: 203-585-2

Molecular Formula: C₆H₆O₂                Molecular weight:110.11

Structural formula:

Property:

Resorcinol is used to treat acne, but also eczema and psoriasis among other skin conditions. Resorcinol is sometimes combined with other acne medications, usually sulfur, and rarely stands alone. Resorcinol helps breakdown hard, rough skin, which means Resorcinol is good at breaking down existing blackheads and whiteheads.

Specification:

Usage:

Medical: Resorcinol is an antiseptic and disinfectant, used 5 to 10% in ointments in the treatment of chronic skin diseases such as psoriasis and eczema of a sub-acute character. Resorcinol is present in over-the-counter topical acne treatments at 2% or less concentration, and in prescription treatments at higher concentrations. Weak, watery solutions of Resorcinol (25 to 35 g/kg) are useful in allaying the itching in erythematous eczema. A 2% solution used as a spray has been used with marked effect in hay fever and in whooping cough.

Chemical: Resorcinol is also used as a chemical intermediate for the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and other organic compounds. Resorcinol is used in the production of diazo dyes and plasticizers and as a UV absorber in resins.

Package and Storage:

Resorcinol is packed in 25kg fiber drums. Store Resorcinol in an air-tight and light-resistant container; avoid heat and moisture.

Keywords:

Resorcinol