3-Hydroxymethyl-2-methyl-phenol

3-(羟基甲基)-2-甲基苯酚

Also known as: 3-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methylphenol, 3-Hydroxymethylxylenol, 3-hydroxy-2-methylbenzyl alcohol, Benzenemethanol, 3-hydroxy-2-methyl-

3-Hydroxymethyl-2-methyl-phenol (CAS 54874-26-9) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H10O2 and a molecular weight of 138.164 g/mol. It is also known as 3-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methylphenol, 3-Hydroxymethylxylenol and 3-hydroxy-2-methylbenzyl alcohol. Key properties include a boiling point of 295.2±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 147.7±17.8 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
54874-26-9
Jingsj CID
J-1447416-7
Molecular Formula
C8H10O2
Chinese Name
3-(羟基甲基)-2-甲基苯酚
Molecular Weight
138.164 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point295.2±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point147.7±17.8 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Hydroxymethyl-2-methyl-phenol?

The CAS number of 3-Hydroxymethyl-2-methyl-phenol is 54874-26-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Hydroxymethyl-2-methyl-phenol?

3-Hydroxymethyl-2-methyl-phenol has molecular formula C8H10O2 and molecular weight 138.164 g/mol.

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