Hydroquinone - HQ

Polymerization inhibitor

Hydroquinone is an aromatic organic compound that is a type of phenol and a derivative of benzene. It is available as a white crystalline solid.

Uses and Applications:

• Photographic developer: X-Ray, Black and White, Graphic Color reversal films, Arts Applications

• Rubber: Stabilizer, Antioxidant, Antiozonant

• Polymerization Inhibitor: Acrylic acid and esters, Acrylonitrile, Methyl Methacrylate, Methacrylic acid, Vinyl Acetate, High performance polymers

• Dyes and Pigments: Azoic coupling component

• Agrochemicals: Intermediates for pesticides

• Food: Antioxidant

• Pharmaceuticals: Intermediates for Pharma applications

• Printing Inks