Hydroquinone Dimethyl

Independent reference data for Hydroquinone Dimethyl (CAS 150-78-7), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Used as a weathering agent in paints and plastics, a fixative in perfumes, and a flavoring additive; Also used in dyes, as a resin intermediate, and in cosmetics and suntan creams; [Hawley]Painting (Pigments, Binders, and Biocides) [Category: Paint]

Synonyms and trade names

1,4-Dimethoxybenzene; 150-78-7; p-Dimethoxybenzene; p-Methoxyanisole; HYDROQUINONE DIMETHYL ETHER; Benzene, 1,4-dimethoxy-; Benzene, p-dimethoxy-; 4-Methoxyanisole; Quinol dimethyl ether; 1,4-Dimethoxybenzol; Dimethylhydroquinone ether; Dimethyl ether hydroquinone; USAF AN-9; Dimethyl hydroquinone; Hydroquinone, dimethyl ether; Methyl p-methoxyphenyl ether

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Green No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent
GHS notification summary	97.5% (1792 / 1838)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	97.5% (1792 / 1838)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 97.5% (1792 of 1838) of all reports.

Reported as not meeting GHS hazard criteria by 1792 of 1838 companies (only 2.5% companies provided GHS information). For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website.

What the public record says

p-Dimethoxybenzene is identified by CAS 150-78-7, molecular formula C8H10O2 and molecular weight 138.07 g/mol. UNII 24WC6T6X0G; ChEBI 179261; InChIKey OHBQPCCCRFSCAX-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Boiling Point: 414.7 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 212.6 °C; Boiling Point: 210.00 to 213.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.