Description / Application
Tetrahydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone is a hydroxybenzoquinone in which all four protons of the benzoquinone structure are substituted by hydroxy groups. A systemic keratolytic, it is normally supplied as its hydrate (CHEBI:137471). It has a role as a keratolytic drug.
Identities
| Molecular Formula | C6H4O6 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 172.09 |
| MFCD | MFCD00001597 |
Safety
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| Signal Word | Warning |
| Hazard Statements | H315;H319;H335 |
| Precautionary Statements | P261;P264;P271;P280;P302+P352;P304+P340;P305+P351+P338;P312;P321;P332+P313;P337+P313;P362;P403+P233;P405;P501 |