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4-Benzylphenol

Also known as: 4-(Phenylmethyl)phenol, 4-Hydroxydiphenylmethane, α-Phenyl-p-cresol, p-Benzylphenol, Phenol, 4-(phenylmethyl)-, Phenyl 4-hydroxyphenylmethane, ai3-1932, MFCD00002384

4-Benzylphenol (CAS 101-53-1) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C13H12O and a molecular weight of 184.234 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 79-81 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 321.9±11.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 154.2±11.1 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
101-53-1
Jingsj CID
J-10148-4
Molecular Formula
C13H12O
Molecular Weight
184.234 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point79-81 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point321.9±11.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point154.2±11.1 °C
Exact Mass184.088821
PSA20.23000
LogP3.47
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.603

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2907199090
Summary2907199090 other monophenols VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Benzylphenol?

The CAS number of 4-Benzylphenol is 101-53-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Benzylphenol?

4-Benzylphenol has molecular formula C13H12O and molecular weight 184.234 g/mol.

Is 4-Benzylphenol hazardous?

4-Benzylphenol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Benzylphenol?

For 4-Benzylphenol, Upstream Products: 4-Bromophenol, 9-Benzyl-9-borabicyclo[3.3.1]nonane, Benzyl alcohol; Downstream Products: Tesmilifene, Diphenylmethane, Diphenan.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "4-Benzylphenol (CAS 101-53-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-10148-4 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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