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1-(2-Hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)propan-1-one

Also known as: 2'-Hydroxy-5'-methylpropiophenone, 2-Propionyl-p-cresol, 2-Propanoyl-4-methylphenol, 4-methyl-2-propanoylphenol, 1-(2-hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)-1-propanone, 1-Propanone, 1-(2-hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)-

1-(2-Hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)propan-1-one (CAS 938-45-4) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O2 and a molecular weight of 164.20100 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 260.4ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.079g/cm3 and a flash point of 108ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
938-45-4
Jingsj CID
J-1501461-6
Molecular Formula
C10H12O2
Molecular Weight
164.20100 g/mol
Category
Solvents
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point260.4ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.079g/cm3
Flash Point108ºC
Exact Mass164.08400
PSA37.30000
LogP2.29330
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.545
Storage Conditions2-8°C

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2914400090
Summary2914400090 other ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes。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-Hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)propan-1-one?

The CAS number of 1-(2-Hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)propan-1-one is 938-45-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-(2-Hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)propan-1-one?

1-(2-Hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)propan-1-one has molecular formula C10H12O2 and molecular weight 164.20100 g/mol.

Is 1-(2-Hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)propan-1-one hazardous?

1-(2-Hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)propan-1-one has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-(2-Hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)propan-1-one?

For 1-(2-Hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)propan-1-one, Upstream Products: 4-methylphenyl propanoate, p-Cresol, 5-Methylsalicylaldehyde.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "1-(2-Hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)propan-1-one (CAS 938-45-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1501461-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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