Description

Phloroglucinol is a versatile and industrially significant organic compound, known chemically as 1,3,5-trihydroxybenzene. This compound matters for its unique chemical structure, which serves as a key building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, dyes, and agrochemicals. Industries that require it include pharmaceutical manufacturing, fine chemical synthesis, and research & development laboratories for its role as a precursor and analytical reagent.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: A crucial intermediate in the production of various drugs, including antispasmodics and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of triphenylmethane dyes and other complex colorants.
• Agrochemical Production: Used in the synthesis of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a reagent for the detection and quantification of lignin, pentosans, and other compounds.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Acts as a building block for certain aroma chemicals and synthetic flavors.
• Resin and Polymer Modification: Utilized in the production of specialty epoxy resins and other polymers to modify properties.
• Research & Development: A fundamental reagent in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecular frameworks in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Phloroglucinol
CAS No.	108-73-6
Molecular Formula	C6H6O3
Molecular Weight	126.11 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3,5-Trihydroxybenzene; Phloroglucin; 1,3,5-Benzenetriol; Phloroglucine; Floroglucinol; 1,3,5-Trihydroxybenzol; Cyclohexane-1,3,5-trione (tautomer); 1,3,5-THB
EINECS	203-611-2

Quality Control

Our Phloroglucinol is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our standard grade meets typical industry specifications for fine chemical use, with options available for higher purity grades such as pharmaceutical intermediates. Contact us for specific quality requirements or regulatory support documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its property of being easily oxidized, it is recommended to store the product under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	215 - 220 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.