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Resorcinol |
Synonyms & Trade Names 1,3-Benzenediol; m-Benzenediol; 1,3-Dihydroxybenzene; m-Dihydroxybenzene; 3-Hydroxyphenol; m-Hydroxyphenol |
CAS No. 108-46-3 |
RTECS No. VG9625000 |
DOT ID & Guide 2876 153 |
FormulaC6H4(OH)2 |
Conversion 1 ppm = 4.50 mg/m3 |
IDLH N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX |
Exposure Limits NIOSH REL: TWA 10 ppm (45 mg/m3) ST 20 ppm (90 mg/m3)
OSHA PEL†: none |
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 5701;
OSHA PV2053
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Physical Description White needles, plates, crystals, flakes, or powder with a faint odor. [Note: Turns pink on exposure to air or light, or contact with iron.] |
MW: 110.1 |
BP: 531°F |
MLT: 228°F |
Sol: 110% |
VP(77°F): 0.0002 mmHg |
IP: 8.63 eV |
Sp.Gr: 1.27 |
Fl.P: 261°F |
UEL: ? |
LEL(392°F): 1.4% |
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| Class IIIB Combustible Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 200°F., but may be difficult to ignite. |
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Acetanilide, albumin, alkalis, antipyrine, camphor, ferric salts, menthol, spirit nitrous ether, strong oxidizers & bases [Note: Hygroscopic (i.e., absorbs moisture from the air).] |
Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact |
Symptoms irritation eyes, skin, nose, throat, upper respiratory system; methemoglobinemia; cyanosis, convulsions; restlessness, bluish skin, increased heart rate, dyspnea (breathing difficulty); dizziness, drowsiness, hypothermia, hematuria (blood in the urine); spleen, kidney, liver changes; dermatitis |
Target Organs Eyes, skin, respiratory system, cardiovascular system, central nervous system, blood, spleen, liver, kidneys |
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Personal Protection/Sanitation (See protection codes)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet or contaminated
Change: Daily
Provide: Eyewash |
First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Water wash immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Respirator Recommendations Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection |
| See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 1033
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