1,5-Dihydroxynaphthalene

1,5-Dihydroxynaphthalene is a natural organic compound classified as an aromatic. With a high melting point range of 259–261°C, it exhibits water solubility. Supplied as a colorless to orange solid, it serves as an intermediate in the production of various organic molecules. It is a key ingredient in the manufacturing of dyes and pigments, with applications in the photography industry. Additionally, it is used as a raw material in creating degradable lysine diisocyanate methylester-glycerol polyurethane foam.

Chemical Name: 1,5-Dihydroxynaphthalene

Chemical Family: Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs)

CAS Number: 83-56-7