Compound Q&A
What is 1,2,4-Benzenetriol (CAS: 533-73-3)?
Answer
1,2,4-Benzenetriol, also known as resorcinol, is a chemical compound with the formula C6H6O3. It is a colorless solid with a phenolic odor, characterized by three hydroxyl groups attached to a benzene ring. Resorcinol is soluble in water and common organic solvents, and it exhibits mild acidic properties due to its hydroxyl functionality. It is widely recognized as a versatile intermediate in organic chemistry.
About
CAS No
533-73-3
English Name
1,2,4-Benzenetriol
Molecular Formula
C6H6O3
Molecular Weight
126.11099999999998 g/mol
SMILES
Oc1ccc(O)c(O)c1
InChIKey
GGNQRNBDZQJCCN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:09
