tert-Butylhydroquinone
Also known as: TBHQ, 2-tert-Butylhydroquinone, 2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-1,4-benzenediol, Mono-tert-butylhydroquinone, Butylhydroquinone, tert-, 1,4-Benzenediol, 2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-
tert-Butylhydroquinone (CAS 1948-33-0) 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 melting point of 127-129 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 291.4±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 138.7±16.4 °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.
- 1948-33-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-28000-2
- Molecular Formula
- C10H14O2
- Molecular Weight
- 166.217 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 127-129 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 291.4±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 138.7±16.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 166.099380 |
| PSA | 40.46000 |
| LogP | 2.33 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.545 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Sukumari-Ramesh S et al. Post-Injury Administration of Tert-butylhydroquinone Attenuates Acute Neurological Injury After Intracerebral Hemorrhage in Mice. J Mol Neurosci. 2016 Apr;58(4):525-31. [2]. Tert-butylhydroquinone ameliorates doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity by activating Nrf2 and inducing the expression of its target genes |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2907299090 |
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| 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 tert-Butylhydroquinone?
The CAS number of tert-Butylhydroquinone is 1948-33-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of tert-Butylhydroquinone?
tert-Butylhydroquinone has molecular formula C10H14O2 and molecular weight 166.217 g/mol.
Is tert-Butylhydroquinone hazardous?
tert-Butylhydroquinone 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 tert-Butylhydroquinone?
For tert-Butylhydroquinone, Upstream Products: Hydroquinone, tert-Butanol, 2-tert-Butylphenol; Downstream Products: 2-tert-Butyl-1,4-benzoquinone, 3-(tert-Butyl)-2,5-dihydroxybenzaldehyde, 2-tert-butyl-1,4-dimethoxybenzene.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "tert-Butylhydroquinone (CAS 1948-33-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-28000-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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