1,4-Dimethoxybenzene
[CAS# 150-78-7]

Identification

• Classification: Chemical reagent >> Organic reagent >> Ether
• Name: 1,4-Dimethoxybenzene
• Synonyms: 1,4-dimethoxybenzene; Hydroquinone dimethyl ether
• Molecular Formula: C₈H₁₀O₂
• Molecular Weight: 138.16
• CAS Registry Number: 150-78-7
• EC Number: 205-771-9
• FEMA: 2386

Properties

• Density: 1.053
• Melting point: 55-58 ºC
• Boiling point: 213 ºC
• Flash point: 98 ºC
• Water solubility: 0.8 g/l (20 ºC)

Safety Data

• Hazard Symbols: Xi
• Risk Codes: R36/37/38
• Safety Description: S24/25

Hazard Classification

Hazard	Class	Category Code	Hazard Statement
Eye irritation	Eye Irrit.	2	H319
Skin irritation	Skin Irrit.	2	H315
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure	STOT SE	3	H335