4,4'-Biphenol

4,4'-Biphenol


CAS number	[92-88-6]
PubChem	7112
Properties
Molecular formula	C₁₂H₁₀O₂
Melting point	284-285 °C
Boiling point	Sublimes
Solubility in other solvents	Insoluble in water Soluble in ethanol and ether
Hazards
Flash point	>93.3°C
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) Infobox disclaimer and references

4,4'-Biphenol, systematically known as 4,4'-dihydroxybiphenyl, consists of 2 aromatic hydrocarbons bonded together, each bonded to a hydroxyl group.

4,4'-Biphenol is harmful in contact with skin, and irritating to the eyes and respiratory system. Upon decomposition, it can form harmful gases like carbon monoxide and dioxide. It should not be stored with strong oxidising agents.

4,4-Biphenol is manufactured on a large scale by the oxidation and then reduction of 2,6-Di-tert-butylphenol followed by de-akylation.

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