Hydroquinone ( 123-31-9 )
Nova International is your premier provider of superior quality Hydroquinone, a potent organic compound manufactured with exceptional purity for a range of industrial, chemical, and pharmaceutical applications. Reliable as an antioxidant, a reducing agent, and a polymerization inhibitor, Hydroquinone provides optimal stability and reproducible results in all of its diverse applications, from skin care products and photographic processing to rubber compounding and specialized chemical manufacturing processes.
Technical Specification
| Product | Hydroquinone |
|---|---|
| Chemical Formula | C₆H₆O₂ |
| CAS Number | 123-31-9 |
| Molecular Weight | 110.11 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline solid |
| Purity (Assay) | ≥99.0% |
| Melting Point | 172 °C – 175 °C |
| Solubility | Soluble in water, alcohol, and ether |
Key Features of Hydroquinone
High Purity Grade
Highly refined (99%) to provide most efficiency and same batch effectiveness.
Powerul antioxidant
Excellent free radical scavenger-widely used to prevent polymerization and stabilization.
Effective Depigmenting Agent
Extensively formulated in dermatological products to target hyperpigmentation and melasma.
Versatile Chemical Intermediate
Involved in the manufacture of agrochemicals, dyestuffs, and medicinal agents.
Reliable Reducing Action
Acts as a fast-acting reducing agent in traditional photographic developer solutions.
Enhanced Shelf life
It is carefully processed and manufactured to achieve good stability so the pre-oxidation is excluded.
FAQs
Some of the major applications of hydroquinone include; antioxidant, monomer polymerization inhibitor for acrylates and related compounds, building block in organic synthesis, developing agent in photography and topical skin bleaching product.
It must be preserved in tightly closed light resistant containers and also in cold, dry and well-ventilated rooms away from the oxidizing agents and from heat so as to avoid colour degradation and oxidation.
Handler should use their usual protection kit as when ever in the lab. (e.g. Gloves, safety goggles, protective coat). Handler should always work in adequate ventilation to prevent dust inhalation and skin contact.
Yes, Nova International offers customizable packaging options ranging from small trial packs to large industrial drums to meet specific client requirements.