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Resorcinol

Its Uses and Derivatives

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  • © 1994

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Authors:
  1. Hans Dressler

    1. Formerly of INDSPEC Chemical Corporation, Pittsburgh, USA

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Part of the book series: Topics in Applied Chemistry (TAPP)

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Table of contents (16 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xv
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  2. Introduction

    • Hans Dressler
    Pages 1-3

  3. The Properties and Chemistry of Resorcinol

    • Hans Dressler
    Pages 5-25

  4. Processes for Making Resorcinol

    • Hans Dressler
    Pages 27-58

  5. The Use of Resorcinol in Rubber Compositions

    • Hans Dressler
    Pages 59-83

  6. Resorcinol/Formaldehyde Resins—Adhesives for Wood, and other Nonrubber Applications

    • Hans Dressler
    Pages 85-124

  7. m-Aminophenol

    • Hans Dressler
    Pages 125-134

  8. Agricultural Chemicals, Including Veterinary Products

    • Hans Dressler
    Pages 135-177

  9. Pharmaceuticals, Over-the-Counter Medications, and Diagnostic Aids

    • Hans Dressler
    Pages 179-227

  10. The Uses of Resorcinol/Derivatives in Polymers

    • Hans Dressler
    Pages 229-278

  11. Dyes, Fluorescent Chemicals, Optical Bleaches, Laser Dyes, and Imaging/Recording Technologies

    • Hans Dressler
    Pages 279-330

  12. Additives of Many Types

    • Hans Dressler
    Pages 331-374

  13. Other Uses for Resorcinol

    • Hans Dressler
    Pages 375-392

  14. Selected Business Aspects

    • Hans Dressler
    Pages 393-404

  15. Occurrence in Nature—A Domain of Academic Researchers

    • Hans Dressler
    Pages 405-436

  16. Other Examples of Mostly Academic Work with Resorcinol

    • Hans Dressler
    Pages 437-484

  17. Postscript

    • Hans Dressler
    Pages 485-487

  18. Back Matter

    Pages 489-500
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About this book

The chemistry, manufacture, and uses of the specialty chemical resorcinol (1,3-dihy­ droxybenzene) have a rich history, variety, and current interest. This book is intended to be the first detailed review of this product. The numerous references and the Index given in the book are intended to help users of resorcinol and resorcinol derivatives in their work, perhaps even to help in the development of new ideas. The chemical industry in the United States, as well as in many other parts of the world, is being challenged on many fronts, old and new, due to global competitive, environmental, governmental, political, and technological trends that seem more variable than ever before. The case of resorcinol mirrors this array of challenges and demonstrates the broad range of successes and some of the problems of the industry. It is shown how a sprout of a chemical grew over time into a sizable, still growing item of co~erce. In the description of this development it becomes apparent how many different talents and trades it takes to develop, manufacture, and market a product. Also given are indications of how academic research and applied research/devel­ opment quite often, intentionally or not, influence each other and can spur the creative process to the benefit of both. Areas are outlined where the current, often intense, work employing resorcinol is aimed. Thus, the old chemical is shown to be involved in an intriguing tomorrow.

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  • Formerly of INDSPEC Chemical Corporation, Pittsburgh, USA

    Hans Dressler

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