4-Butylresorcinol
Also known as: 4-Butylbenzene-1,3-diol, 1,3-Benzenediol, 4-butyl-, 1-butyl-2,4-dihydroxybenzene, 2,4-Dihydroxy-n-butylbenzene, 4-Butylresorcin, 4-n-Butylresorcinol, Butylresorcinol, N-butylresorcinol, Rucinol
4-Butylresorcinol (CAS 18979-61-8) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H14O2 and a molecular weight of 166.217 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 300.7±12.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 144.5±14.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 18979-61-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-1970267-1
- Molecular Formula
- C10H14O2
- Molecular Weight
- 166.217 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 300.7±12.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 144.5±14.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 166.099380 |
| PSA | 40.46000 |
| LogP | 2.82 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.555 |
| Storage Conditions | 2-8°C |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H400 — Very toxic to aquatic life
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | IC50: 11.27 μM (4-Butylresorcinol)[1] |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Jiang Y, et al. Synthesis and biological evaluation of unsymmetrical curcumin analogues as tyrosinaseinhibitors. Molecules. 2013 Apr 3;18(4):3948-61. [2]. Kim DS, et al. Inhibitory effects of 4-n-butylresorcinol on tyrosinase activity and melanin synthesis. Biol Pharm Bull. 2005 Dec;28(12):2216-9. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2907299090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2907299090 polyphenols; phenol-alcohols。supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward)。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-Butylresorcinol?
The CAS number of 4-Butylresorcinol is 18979-61-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Butylresorcinol?
4-Butylresorcinol has molecular formula C10H14O2 and molecular weight 166.217 g/mol.
Is 4-Butylresorcinol hazardous?
4-Butylresorcinol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Butylresorcinol?
For 4-Butylresorcinol, Upstream Products: 1-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-1-butanone, Resorcinol, Methyl 2,6-dihydroxybenzoate.
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