Description
IUPAC Name: 5-methylbenzene-1,3-diol
InChI: InChI=1S/C7H8O2/c1-5-2-6(8)4-7(9)3-5/h2-4,8-9H,1H3
InChIKey: OIPPWFOQEKKFEE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Canonical SMILES: CC1=CC(=CC(=C1)O)O
Isomeric SMILES: CC1=CC(=CC(=C1)O)O
Synonyms: Orcinol; 3,5-Dihydroxytoluene; 504-15-4; 5-methylbenzene-1,3-diol; 5-METHYLRESORCINOL; 1,3-Dihydroxy-5-methylbenzene; Orcin; 1,3-Benzenediol, 5-methyl-; …
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Product Overview
BIORLAB presents high-purity Orcinol (5-methylbenzene-1,3-diol), a naturally occurring phenolic compound with significant applications in analytical chemistry, metabolite research, and biological studies.
Technical Specifications
- Chemical Formula: C₇H₈O₂
- Molecular Weight: 124.14 g/mol
- CAS Number: 504-15-4
- Purity: ≥98% (HPLC)
- Storage: 2-8°C, protected from light
Key Research Applications
Primary Research Areas
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Analytical Chemistry
- Pentose detection
- RNA analysis
- Carbohydrate studies
- Metabolite identification
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Biological Research
- Phenolic compound studies
- Metabolic investigations
- Structural analysis
- Biomarker research
Research Significance
Technical Applications
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Chemical Analysis
- Colorimetric assays
- Spectrophotometric methods
- Quantitative analysis
- Quality control
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Biological Studies
- Metabolite profiling
- Structure elucidation
- Pathway analysis
- Biochemical research
Physical Properties
- Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
- Melting Point: 107-108°C
- Solubility: Soluble in water, alcohol, and ether
- UV absorption: Characteristic spectrum
Storage & Handling
- Store at 2-8°C
- Protect from light
- Available in research quantities
- Stability data provided
Quality Assurance
- Full spectroscopic characterization
- Comprehensive Certificate of Analysis
- Batch-specific HPLC profiles
- Research-grade documentation
For detailed technical information, bulk quantities, or custom requirements, contact BIORLAB’s scientific team.
Note: This product is intended for laboratory research purposes only.