1,4-Cyclohexanedimethanol
Also known as: 1,4-Bis(hydroxymethyl)cyclohexane, Cyclohexane-1,4-dimethanol, 1,4-Cyclohexanedimethanol (mixture of cis and trans), CHDM, 1,4-Di(hydroxymethyl)cyclohexane, 1,4-Cyclohexanediyldimethanol, (4-Hydroxymethylcyclohexyl)methanol, 1,4-Cyclohexanebismethanol, Rikabinol DM, α,α'-Dihydroxy-1,4-dimethylcyclohexane
1,4-Cyclohexanedimethanol (CAS 105-08-8) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H16O2 and a molecular weight of 144.211 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 31.5 °C, a boiling point of 286.2±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 161.1±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 105-08-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-11784-0
- Molecular Formula
- C8H16O2
- Molecular Weight
- 144.211 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 31.5 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 286.2±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 161.1±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 144.115036 |
| PSA | 40.46000 |
| LogP | 0.36 |
| Additional Property | 5 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.471 |
| Additional Property | MISCIBLE |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2906199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2906199090. cyclanic, cyclenic or cyclotherpenic alcohols. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 1,4-Cyclohexanedimethanol?
The CAS number of 1,4-Cyclohexanedimethanol is 105-08-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,4-Cyclohexanedimethanol?
1,4-Cyclohexanedimethanol has molecular formula C8H16O2 and molecular weight 144.211 g/mol.
Is 1,4-Cyclohexanedimethanol hazardous?
1,4-Cyclohexanedimethanol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H318 — Causes serious eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 1,4-Cyclohexanedimethanol?
For 1,4-Cyclohexanedimethanol, Upstream Products: Dimethyl terephthalate, Dimethyl 1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxylate, cis-Hexahydroterephthalic acid; Downstream Products: 4-Methylcyclohexanemethanol, trans-1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol, N-Vinyl-2-pyrrolidone.
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