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1,4-Dimethoxybenzene

Also known as: p-Dimethoxybenzene, Hydroquinone dimethyl ether, Dimethylhydroquinone, Dimethyl hydroquinone ether, Quinol dimethyl ether, 4-Methoxyanisole, Anisole, p-methoxy-, Methyl p-methoxyphenyl ether, DMB, Benzene, 1,4-dimethoxy-, Benzene, p-dimethoxy-, 1,4-Dimethoxybenzol, p-Methoxyanisole

1,4-Dimethoxybenzene (CAS 150-78-7) is a compound in the Ethers category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H10O2 and a molecular weight of 138.164 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 54-56 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 212.6±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 73.5±19.4 °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.
150-78-7
Jingsj CID
J-12426-5
Molecular Formula
C8H10O2
Molecular Weight
138.164 g/mol
Category
Ethers
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point54-56 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point212.6±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point73.5±19.4 °C
Exact Mass138.068085
PSA18.46000
LogP2.10
Additional Property4.8 (vs air)
Vapor Pressure0.3±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.488
Additional Property0.8 g/l (20 ºC)

GHS Safety & Compliance

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

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2909309090
Summary2909309090 other aromatic ethers and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives 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 1,4-Dimethoxybenzene?

The CAS number of 1,4-Dimethoxybenzene is 150-78-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,4-Dimethoxybenzene?

1,4-Dimethoxybenzene has molecular formula C8H10O2 and molecular weight 138.164 g/mol.

Is 1,4-Dimethoxybenzene hazardous?

1,4-Dimethoxybenzene 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 1,4-Dimethoxybenzene?

For 1,4-Dimethoxybenzene, Upstream Products: Hydroquinone, iodomethane, Dimethyl sulfate; Downstream Products: 4-(2,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)butanoic acid, N-(2,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)acetamide, 1-(2,5-dimethoxyphenyl)propan-1-one.

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