Resorcinol | 108-46-3

Description :

Resorcinol Supplier and Exporter for the UK

Chemical Bull supports Resorcinol sourcing for UK buyers, serving chemical synthesis businesses, pharmaceutical raw material buyers and fine chemical distributors. Share your required grade, specification and order quantity to request a supply quotation. Our role is to coordinate the offered material and commercial details against your purchasing requirements.

What Is Resorcinol?

Resorcinol is an aromatic dihydroxy compound, also called benzene-1,3-diol. It is used as a chemical intermediate and in selected resin, bonding and speciality formulation systems.

CAS number: 108-46-3. Confirm this identity against the documentation for the supplied material.

Resorcinol Uses and Industrial Applications

Rubber bonding systems

Resorcinol chemistry is used in selected adhesion systems for reinforcing textiles and rubber. The full adhesive package and cure process determine bonding performance.

Resin manufacture

The compound is used in specialised condensation resins. Purity, colour and reaction behaviour matter when matching a production specification.

Fine chemical synthesis

Its two hydroxyl groups support selected synthesis routes. Industrial material should not be assumed suitable for finished pharmaceutical or cosmetic applications.

Choosing the Right Resorcinol Grade

For bulk Resorcinol procurement, specify assay, colour, melting range, water and related phenolic impurities. Where the manufacturer uses a trade grade or a particular test method, include that reference in your enquiry. The offered specification should match the material you intend to approve for production.

Start with the reaction route and the impurities that could carry through to the next intermediate. A high headline assay may still be insufficient if the process is sensitive to a particular related substance, metal or water level. Share your approved analytical methods where comparison between suppliers depends on the test method. For pharmaceutical supply chains, establish whether the material is being purchased as a starting material, intermediate, excipient or active substance; these roles require different qualification evidence.

Production Trials and Quality Checks

For a new source, assess a representative batch in the actual reaction and downstream purification. Compare yield, impurity formation and product appearance with the approved reference. Establish acceptance limits before a production order, particularly when an alternative manufacturing route could introduce a different impurity pattern.

For repeat supply, agree the acceptance limits and document requirements before the first commercial order. Review the batch Certificate of Analysis against that specification, and keep a retained sample where your quality procedure requires it. If a test method differs between sources, resolve that difference before treating the results as equivalent.

When comparing an alternative source, record the original manufacturer grade, the candidate specification and the results of your own evaluation. This gives purchasing and production teams a clear basis for approval. A lower quoted unit price should be considered alongside the material delivered, processing behaviour and any additional testing needed for the change.

Storage and Handling

Plan receipt, sampling and charging around the physical form and the current SDS. Avoid relying on a generic description of the chemical family. Your site assessment should address exposure, incompatible materials and the conditions needed to maintain the specified quality. Confirm whether opened packaging can be resealed and how storage history will be controlled.

Resorcinol MSDS, SDS and Technical Documentation

Request the current Resorcinol MSDS or Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for the exact offered grade. The document covers hazard identification, handling, storage, exposure controls and transport information. Ask separately for the product specification, Technical Data Sheet where available, and a batch Certificate of Analysis. An SDS supports safe-use assessment; it does not replace a quality specification or demonstrate finished-product approval.

Resorcinol Price and Bulk Supply for UK Buyers

The Resorcinol price for UK delivery depends on the grade, quantity, packaging, source and agreed delivery terms. Include your delivery postcode, required date and purchasing frequency when requesting a quotation. State whether the destination is in Great Britain or Northern Ireland so the relevant supply arrangements can be reviewed. Availability, freight and any import responsibilities should be confirmed in the quotation before an order is placed.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Resorcinol?

Resorcinol is an aromatic dihydroxy compound, also called benzene-1,3-diol. The CAS number is 108-46-3.

2. What is Resorcinol used for?

Applications include rubber bonding systems, resin manufacture, fine chemical synthesis. The required grade and finished-product suitability depend on the actual formulation or process.

3. Is resorcinol the same as phenol?

No. Resorcinol has two hydroxyl groups in the meta position. Its reactivity and handling profile differ from those of phenol.

4. How can I request a bulk Resorcinol price for the UK?

Send the product name, approved specification, required quantity, packaging preference and UK delivery postcode. Include your target date and documentation requirements for a relevant quotation.

5. Can I request a Resorcinol MSDS?

Yes. Ask for the current SDS/MSDS for the offered grade, together with the product specification and available COA or TDS. Review the documents before approving the material.

Request a Resorcinol Quotation

To buy Resorcinol for a UK business requirement, contact Chemical Bull. Share your specification, quantity and delivery details. Our team can review your enquiry and confirm the offered grade, available documentation and commercial supply terms.