2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)phenol
Also known as: 2-(2-Hydroxyphenoxy)ethanol, 2-[(2-Hydroxyphenyl)oxy]ethanol, 2-(o-Hydroxyphenoxy)ethanol, 2-(2'-Hydroxyethoxy)phenol
2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)phenol (CAS 4792-78-3) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H10O3 and a molecular weight of 154.163 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 99-100ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 300.7±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 135.7±20.9 °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.
- 4792-78-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-1335557-2
- Molecular Formula
- C8H10O3
- Molecular Weight
- 154.163 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 99-100ºC(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 300.7±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 135.7±20.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 154.062988 |
| PSA | 49.69000 |
| LogP | 0.21 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.565 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2909500000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2909500000 ether-phenols, ether-alcohol-phenols 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 2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)phenol?
The CAS number of 2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)phenol is 4792-78-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)phenol?
2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)phenol has molecular formula C8H10O3 and molecular weight 154.163 g/mol.
Is 2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)phenol hazardous?
2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)phenol 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 2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)phenol?
For 2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)phenol, Upstream Products: Ethylene oxide, Catechol, 2-Bromoethanol; Downstream Products: 1,4-Benzodioxane, Ethylene glycol, Cyclohexanol.
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