1,2,4-Triacetoxybenzene
Synonyms
1,2,4-Benzenetriol, 1,2,4-triacetate;
1,2,4-Benzenetriol, triacetate;
Benzene-1,2,4-triyl triacetate;
Category
Non-ionic surfactant
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Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 613-03-6
EINECS: 210-327-2
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C12H12O6
Molecular Weight: 252.22
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), white to slightly yellow solid.
Solubility slightly soluble in water.
Stability stable. Under strong acid or strong alkali condition, easily hydrolyzed.
Risk Solid form: flammable material; irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2 and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.
GHS label: 
Animal Toxicity
Table 1 Animal toxicity values
|
mouse intraperitoneal LDLo |
500mg/kg[1] |
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent dispersing, emulsifying abilities.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
|
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
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Solid |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods
2, Hazardous substances indexes
|
Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
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Solid |
|
|
Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
|
As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as dispersing agent.
Use as intermediate in organic synthesis.
Manufacturers
References
[1]: ChemIDplus. 613-03-6, 1,2,4-Benzenetriol, triacetate
Update: 20141016(1); 20200419(2);