2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol

Also known as: 4-Methoxyphenethyl alcohol, 4-Methoxyphenethyl Alcohol, p-Methoxyphenethyl alcohol, 2-(p-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol, 2-(p-Methoxyphenyl)ethyl alcohol, 2-[p-Methoxyphenyl]ethylalcohol, 4-(2-HYDROXYETHYL)ANISOLE, 4-METHOXYPHENYLETHYL ALCOHOL, Benzeneethanol, 4-methoxy-, NSC 408325

2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol (CAS 702-23-8) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H12O2 and a molecular weight of 152.190 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 26-28 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 257.5±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 110.2±14.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 702-23-8
Jingsj CID: J-12879-0
Molecular Formula: C₉H₁₂O₂
Molecular Weight: 152.190 g/mol
Category: Solvents
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	26-28 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point	257.5±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	110.2±14.6 °C
Exact Mass	152.083725
PSA	29.46000
LogP	1.27
Vapor Pressure	0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.524

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. Kite GC, et, al. Inflorescence odours of Amorphophallus and Pseudodracontium (Araceae). Phytochemistry. 1997 Sep; 46(1): 71-75. [2]. Kite GC, et, al. Inflorescence odours of Amorphophallus and Pseudodracontium (Araceae). Phytochemistry. 1997 Sep; 46(1): 71-75. [3]. Khafagy EZ, et, al. Inhibition of protein, RNA and DNA synthesis in Escherichia coli by p-methoxyphenethyl alcohol. Biochim Biophys Acta. 1966 Sep;123(3):646-8.

Additional Information

[1]. Kite GC, et, al. Inflorescence odours of Amorphophallus and Pseudodracontium (Araceae). Phytochemistry. 1997 Sep; 46(1): 71-75. [2]. Kite GC, et, al. Inflorescence odours of Amorphophallus and Pseudodracontium (Araceae). Phytochemistry. 1997 Sep; 46(1): 71-75. [3]. Khafagy EZ, et, al. Inhibition of protein, RNA and DNA synthesis in Escherichia coli by p-methoxyphenethyl alcohol. Biochim Biophys Acta. 1966 Sep;123(3):646-8.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol?

The CAS number of 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol is 702-23-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol?

2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol has molecular formula C9H12O2 and molecular weight 152.190 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol?

For 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol, Upstream Products: 4-Methoxyphenylacetic acid, Methyl (4-methoxyphenyl)acetate, Ethyl 4-methoxyphenylacetate; Downstream Products: N-Methyl-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)ethylamine, 3-isopropyl-4-methoxybenzaldehyde, 4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)butanoic acid.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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