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Hydroquinone

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Hydroquinone
Product Code
120910000; 120910020; 120910050; 120915000
Synonyms
1,4-Dihydroxybenzene; 1,4-Benzenediol

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals

Uses advised against

No Information available

Manufacturers & Suppliers

A

Acros Organics BVBA

manufacturer

Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a, 2440 Geel, Belgium

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

001-800-ACROS-01

Emergency Contact

+32 14 57 52 11

Emergency Contact

+32 14 57 52 99

Emergency Contact

001-201-796-7100

CHEMTREC

001-800-424-9300

CHEMTREC

001-703-527-3887

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 4
Eye Dam. Cat. 1
Skin Sens. Cat. 1
Muta. Cat. 2
Carc. Cat. 2
Aquatic Acute Cat. 1

GHS Pictograms

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS09 - Environmental hazard

GHS09

Hazard Statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H318 Causes serious eye damage
H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
H351 Suspected of causing cancer
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life

Precautionary Statements

P273 Avoid release to the environment
P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection
P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell
P302 + P350 IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water
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 or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Hydroquinone EC: 204-617-8 123-31-9 99% Yes

Notes

For the full text of the R-phrases and H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove from exposure, lie down. Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Obtain medical attention.

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water while removing all contaminated clothes and shoes. Obtain medical attention.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention.

Ingestion

Clean mouth with water. Get medical attention.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

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06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location

Hands

Protective gloves

Eyes

Tightly fitting safety goggles

Respiratory

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced

Skin/Body

Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure

Environmental

No information available.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
Solid
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
Off-white
Colour
Off-white
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
odorless
Odor Threshold
---
Ph
3.75 70 g/l aq.sol.
Melting Point
170 - 174C / 338 - 345.2F
Boiling Point
285 - 287C / 545 - 548.6F@ 760 mmHg
Flash Point
165C / 329F
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Pressure
1 mmHg @ 132
Vapor Density
3.8 (Air = 1.0)
Relative Density
1.320
Bulk Density
---
Density
---
Flammability
---
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
520C / 968F
Decomposition Temperature
---
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
---
Solubility In Water
70 g/l in water (20)
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
110.11
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

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14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN3077
Shipping Name
ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES, SOLID, N.O.S.
Transport Class
9
Packing Group
III
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Hydroquinone known by?

Hydroquinone is also known as: 1,4-Dihydroxybenzene; 1,4-Benzenediol

What is the hazard signal word for Hydroquinone?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Hydroquinone?

Hydroquinone is a solid appearing as off-white with off-white color. It has odorless odor.

What is Hydroquinone used for?

Laboratory chemicals

What are the hazard statements for Hydroquinone?

This substance has 6 hazard statements:

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed
  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H318: Causes serious eye damage
  • H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects
  • H351: Suspected of causing cancer
  • H400: Very toxic to aquatic life

What is the melting point of Hydroquinone?

The melting point is 170 - 174C / 338 - 345.2F and the boiling point is 285 - 287C / 545 - 548.6F@ 760 mmHg.