Resorcinol
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Synonyms & Trade Names
1,3-Benzenediol, m-Benzenediol, 1,3-Dihydroxybenzene, m-Dihydroxybenzene, 3-Hydroxyphenol, m-HydroxyphenolPhysical 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.]Molecular Weight
110.1Boiling Point
531°FMelting Point
228°FSolubility
110%Vapor Pressure
(77°F): 0.0002 mmHgIonization Potential
8.63 eVSpecific Gravity
1.27Flash Point
261°FUpper Exposive Limit
?Lower Explosive Limit
(392°F): 1.4%
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 contactSymptoms
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; dermatitisTarget Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, cardiovascular system, central nervous system, blood, spleen, liver, kidneysPersonal 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.
- Page last reviewed:April 11, 2016
- Page last updated:April 11, 2016
- Content source:
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Education and Information Division