Description

4-Hexylresorcinol is a synthetic organic compound belonging to the alkylresorcinol class, valued for its potent antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. This makes it a critical functional ingredient for enhancing product stability and shelf life across multiple high-value industries. Key industrial users include manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, personal care, and food processing sectors, where it serves as a preservative, skin-lightening agent, and processing aid.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of antiseptic and disinfectant formulations.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Acts as a skin depigmenting agent in whitening creams and as a preservative in lotions.
• Food Industry: Employed as an antioxidant to prevent spoilage in oils and as a processing aid.
• Industrial Antioxidant: Provides stabilization for polymers, rubber, and other materials susceptible to oxidative degradation.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or reagent in biochemical and pharmacological studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hexylresorcinol
CAS No.	136-77-6
Molecular Formula	C12H18O2
Molecular Weight	194.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hexyl-1,3-benzenediol; Hexylresorcinol; 1,3-Dihydroxy-4-hexylbenzene; 4-Hexylresorcin; ST 37 (trade name); FEMA 2931; EINECS 205-252-7; NSC 403697
EINECS	205-252-7

Quality Control

Our 4-Hexylresorcinol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and food-grade applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	66 - 70 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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