1,2-Benzenedimethanol
Also known as: 1,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)benzene, Phthalyl alcohol, (Benzene-1,2-diyl)dimethanol, 2-Hydroxymethylbenzenemethanol, ALPHA,ALPHA'-DIHYDROXY-O-XYLENE, 1,2-BIS(HYDROXYMETHYL)BENZENE, 1,2-BENZENEDIMETHANOL, 1,2-DI(HYDROXYMETHYL)BENZENE, PHTHALYL ALCOHOL, Phthalyl alcohol, o-Xylylene Glycol, α,α'-Dihydroxy-o-xylene, o-Xylene-α,α'-diol, 1,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)benzene, 1,2-Di(hydroxymethyl)benzene, 1,2-phenylenedimethanol, o-benzenedimethanol, [2-(Hydroxymethyl)phenyl]methanol, o-Benzenedimethanol
1,2-Benzenedimethanol (CAS 612-14-6) is a compound in the Solvents 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 63-65 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 291.3±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 145.3±16.4 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 612-14-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-1353968-9
- Molecular Formula
- C8H10O2
- Molecular Weight
- 138.164 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 63-65 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 291.3±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 145.3±16.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 138.068085 |
| PSA | 40.46000 |
| LogP | 0.02 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.584 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2906299090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2906299090 other aromatic alcohols。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 1,2-Benzenedimethanol?
The CAS number of 1,2-Benzenedimethanol is 612-14-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,2-Benzenedimethanol?
1,2-Benzenedimethanol has molecular formula C8H10O2 and molecular weight 138.164 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 1,2-Benzenedimethanol?
For 1,2-Benzenedimethanol, Upstream Products: o-Phthalaldehyde, Phthalide, Phthalic acid; Downstream Products: 2-(methoxymethyl)benzaldehyde, Phthalan, 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene.
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