Name: Resorcinol
Alias: 1,3-benzenediol
CAS NO.:108-46-3
EINECS NO.:203-585-2
Molecular formula: C6H6O2
Appearance and Characteristics: White crystalline powder
Product usage: Used in the dye industry, plastic industry, pharmaceuticals, rubber, etc. Resorcinol is mainly used in rubber adhesives, synthetic resins, dyes, preservatives, pharmaceuticals, and analytical reagents. Similar to phenol and cresol, resorcinol forms condensates with formaldehyde and can be used to make adhesive fibers and tire cord adhesives for nylon, as well as wood adhesives for bonding vinyl materials with metals. Resorcinol is an intermediate for many azo dyes, fur dyes, and also a raw material for pharmaceutical intermediate para aminosalicylic acid.