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4,6-Diacetylresorcinol

Also known as: 1,1'-(4,6-dihydroxy-1,3-phenylene)bisethanone, 1,1'-(4,6-dihydroxy-1,3-phenylene)diethanone, 1,1'-(4,6-dihydroxy-1,3-phenylene)bis(ethan-1-one), 1-(5-acetyl-2,4-dihydroxyphenyl)ethan-1-one, resodiacetophenone, 4,6-diacetoresorcinol, MFCD00017655, EINECS 218-482-8

4,6-Diacetylresorcinol (CAS 2161-85-5) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H10O4 and a molecular weight of 194.18400 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 178-180 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 399.9ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.3g/cm3 and a flash point of 209.8ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H315 — Causes skin irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
2161-85-5
Jingsj CID
J-13469-0
Molecular Formula
C10H10O4
Molecular Weight
194.18400 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point178-180 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point399.9ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.3g/cm3
Flash Point209.8ºC
Exact Mass194.05800
PSA74.60000
LogP1.50300
Vapor Pressure5.74E-07mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.585

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H332 — Harmful if inhaled
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2914400090
Summary2914400090 other ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4,6-Diacetylresorcinol?

The CAS number of 4,6-Diacetylresorcinol is 2161-85-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4,6-Diacetylresorcinol?

4,6-Diacetylresorcinol has molecular formula C10H10O4 and molecular weight 194.18400 g/mol.

Is 4,6-Diacetylresorcinol hazardous?

4,6-Diacetylresorcinol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H315 — Causes skin irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4,6-Diacetylresorcinol?

For 4,6-Diacetylresorcinol, Upstream Products: Resorcinol, acetic acid, 1,3-Diacetoxybenzene; Downstream Products: 1,1'-(4,6-Dimethoxy-1,3-phenylene)bis(ethanone), 6-acetyl-7-hydroxy-4-methyl-2H-chromen-2-one, Eupatoriochromene.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "4,6-Diacetylresorcinol (CAS 2161-85-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-13469-0 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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