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Resorcinol

CAS 108-46-3
EC 203-585-2

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Resorcinol
Product Code
132290000, 132290050, 132290500, 132292500
Chemical Name
Resorcinol
Synonyms
1,3-Benzenediol; 1,3-Dihydroxybenzene

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
108-46-3 Check regulations →
EC Number
203-585-2 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119480136-40

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals.

Uses advised against

No Information available

Manufacturers & Suppliers

F

Fisher Scientific UK

national supplier

Bishop Meadow Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 5RG, United Kingdom

T

Thermo Fisher Scientific

national supplier

Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a, 2440 Geel, Belgium

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

001-800-227-6701

Emergency Contact

+32 14 57 52 11

Emergency Contact

001-201-796-7100

Emergency Contact

+32 14 57 52 99

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 H302
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2 H319
Skin Sens. Cat. 1B H317
STOT SE Cat. 1 H370
Aquatic Acute Cat. 1 H400
Aquatic Chronic Cat. 3 H412

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

GHS09 - Environmental hazard

GHS09

Hazard Statements

EUH014 May form combustible dust concentrations in air
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H315 Causes skin irritation
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H370 Causes damage to organs
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary Statements

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: 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 if you feel unwell

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Resorcinol EC: 203-585-2 108-46-3 100% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

Symptoms: trouble breathing, dizziness, lightheadedness

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If skin irritation persists, call a physician.

Symptoms: allergic skin reaction, rash, itching, swelling, tingling of the hands and feet

Eye contact

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

Ingestion

Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water spray. Carbon dioxide (CO₂). Dry chemical. Water mist may be used to cool closed containers. Chemical foam.

Unsuitable media

No information available.

Specific hazards

Dust can form an explosive mixture with air. Containers may explode when heated. Fine dust dispersed in air may ignite.

Firefighter Protection

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment as required.

Environmental

Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system. Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system. Prevent product from entering drains.

Cleanup methods

Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal.

Materials: suitable containers

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Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Avoid dust formation.

Storage

Keep in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from direct sunlight. Store under an inert atmosphere. Protect from moisture.

Hygiene

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Remove and wash contaminated clothing and gloves, including the inside, before re-use. Wash hands before breaks and after work.

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. Wherever possible, engineering control measures such as the isolation or enclosure of the process, the introduction of process or equipment changes to minimise release or contact, and the use of properly designed ventilation systems, should be adopted to control hazardous materials at source

Hands

Protective gloves. Glove materials: Nitrile rubber, Neoprene, Natural rubber, PVC. EU standard: EN 374. Please observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time which are provided by the supplier of the gloves. Ensure gloves are suitable for the task: Chemical compatability, Dexterity, Operational conditions, User susceptibility, e.g. sensitisation effects, also take into consideration the specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the danger of cuts, abrasion. Remove gloves with care avoiding skin contamination.

Eyes

Goggles (European standard - EN 166)

Respiratory

When workers are facing concentrations above the exposure limit they must use appropriate certified respirators. To protect the wearer, respiratory protective equipment must be the correct fit and be used and maintained properly. Large scale/emergency use: Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 136 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Recommended Filter type: Particulates filter conforming to EN 143. Small scale/Laboratory use: Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149:2001 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Recommended half mask: Particle filtering: EN149:2001. When RPE is used a face piece Fit Test should be conducted

Skin/Body

Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure. Inspect gloves before use.

Environmental

Prevent product from entering drains. Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system. Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Language Code
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Physical State
Solid
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
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Appearance
Beige
Colour
---
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
aromatic
Odor Threshold
No data available
Ph
4.4 (55 g/l aq.sol)
Melting Point
109 - 111 °C / 228.2 - 231.8 °F
Boiling Point
281 °C / 537.8 °F
Flash Point
127 °C / 260.6 °F
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable - Solid
Vapor Pressure
1 mmHg @ 21.1 °C
Vapor Density
Not applicable
Relative Density
---
Bulk Density
---
Density
1.272
Flammability
---
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Lower Explosive Limit
1.4
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
605 °C / 1121 °F
Decomposition Temperature
>281°C
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
0.8 (Resorcinol)
Solubility In Water
140 g/100 ml
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

Stability

Hygroscopic. Air sensitive. Light sensitive.

Reactivity

None known, based on information available

Hazardous reactions

Hazardous polymerization does not occur. None under normal processing.

Avoid

Avoid dust formation. Heat, flames and sparks. Excess heat. Exposure to air. Exposure to light. Incompatible products. Exposure to moist air or water.

Incompatible

Bases. Strong oxidizing agents. Alkaline. Acid anhydrides. Acid chlorides. Metals.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide (CO₂).

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

12.4. Mobility in soil

The product is water soluble, and may spread in water systems. Will likely be mobile in the environment due to its water solubility. Highly mobile in soils

The product is water soluble and highly mobile in soils, with the potential to spread in water systems.

12.1. Toxicity

Ecotoxicity effects The product contains following substances which are hazardous for the environment. Very ACR13229 SAFETY DATA SHEET Resorcinol Revision Date 10-Jun-2025 toxic to aquatic organisms. | Component | Freshwater Fish | Water Flea | Freshwater Algae | | --- | --- | --- | --- |

The product contains substances hazardous to the environment and is very toxic to aquatic organisms.

12.1. Toxicity

| Component | Freshwater Fish | Water Flea | Freshwater Algae | | Resorcinol | LC50: = 53.4 mg/L, 96h (Pimephales promelas) LC50: 36 - 100 mg/L, 96h static (Pimephales promelas) LC50: = 100 mg/L, 96h flow-through (Pimephales promelas) LC50: > 100 mg/L, 96h flow-through (Oncorhynchus mykiss) | LC50 = 1.00 mg/L, 48h (Daphnia magna) | EC50 = 97 mg/l (OECD TG 201) |

12.1. Toxicity

| Component | Microtox | M-Factor | | Resorcinol | EC50 = 265 mg/L 30 min EC50 = 375 mg/L 5 min EC50 = 543 mg/L 48 h | 1 |

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Expected to be biodegradable Persistence Persistence is unlikely. | Component | Degradability | | --- | --- |

Expected to be biodegradable. Persistence is unlikely.

12.2. Persistence and degradability

| Component | Degradability | | Resorcinol 108-46-3 (<=100) | 97% (4 days), OECD 302B |

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulation is unlikely

Bioaccumulation is unlikely

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

| Component | log Pow | Bioconcentration factor (BCF) | | Resorcinol | 0.8 | 2.4 dimensionless |

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

Substance is not considered persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT) / very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB).

Substance is not considered persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT) / very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB).

12.6. Endocrine disrupting properties

Endocrine Disruptor Information This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors | Component | EU - Endocrine Disrupters Candidate List | EU - Endocrine Disruptors - Evaluated Substances | | --- | --- | --- |

This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors.

12.6. Endocrine disrupting properties

| Component | EU - Endocrine Disrupters Candidate List | EU - Endocrine Disruptors - Evaluated Substances | | Resorcinol | Group I Chemical | High Exposure Concern |

Resorcinol is identified as a Group I Chemical on the EU Endocrine Disrupters Candidate List and is categorized as a substance of High Exposure Concern.

12.7. Other adverse effects

Persistent Organic Pollutant Ozone Depletion Potential This product does not contain any known or suspected substance This product does not contain any known or suspected substance

The product does not contain any known or suspected substances that are persistent organic pollutants or ozone-depleting substances.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Dispose of in accordance with the European Directives on waste and hazardous waste. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.

Disposal

Should not be released into the environment.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
UN2876
Shipping Name
RESORCINOL
Transport Class
6.1
Packing Group
III
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed

Take note of Directive 98/24/EC on the protection of the health and safety of workers from the risks related to chemical agents at work. Take note of Directive 2000/39/EC establishing a first list of indicative occupational exposure limit values.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Resorcinol known by?

Resorcinol is also known as: 1,3-Benzenediol; 1,3-Dihydroxybenzene

What is the hazard signal word for Resorcinol?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Resorcinol?

Resorcinol is a solid appearing as beige . It has aromatic odor.

What is Resorcinol used for?

Laboratory chemicals.

What are the hazard statements for Resorcinol?

This substance has 8 hazard statements:

  • EUH014: May form combustible dust concentrations in air
  • H302: Harmful if swallowed
  • H315: Causes skin irritation
  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation
  • H370: Causes damage to organs
  • H400: Very toxic to aquatic life
  • H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

What is the melting point of Resorcinol?

The melting point is 109 - 111 °C / 228.2 - 231.8 °F and the boiling point is 281 °C / 537.8 °F.