Chemical Name: 4-Butylresorcinol
CAS No.: 18979-61-8
Molecular Fomula: C10H14O2
Molecular weight: 166.22
Appearance: White to light yellow powder
Assay: 99%
4-Butylresorcinol CAS 18979-61-8
Description
4-Butylresorcinol Quick Details
Chemical Name: 4-Butylresorcinol
Synonyms: 4-Butylbenzene-1,3-diol; 4-N-butylresorcinol; n-butylreseocinol; Rucinol
CAS No.: 18979-61-8
Molecular Fomula: C10H14O2
Molecular weight: 166.22
Appearance: White to light yellow powder
Assay: 99%
Typical Properties
| Item | Specifications |
| Appearance | White to off-white or light yellow powder |
| Assay (HPLC) | 99.0% |
| Melting Point | 51.0 – 55.0 C |
| Loss on Drying | 0.5% Max |
| Residue on Ignition | 0.1% Max |
| Heavy Metals | 10 ppm Max |
4-Butylresorcinol application
4-n-Butylresorcinol, also known as Rucinol, is an active ingredient in many cosmetics and can inhibit the production of melanin. Specifically, it can inhibit two enzymes necessary for the production of melanin, namely casein. Acidase and 5,6-dihydroxyindole-2-carboxylate-oxidase.
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4-Butylresorcinol Storage
Inert atmosphere, Room Temperature