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2-HYDROXY-5-HYDROXYMETHYL-BENZALDEHYDE

Also known as: 5-(Hydroxymethyl)salicylaldehyde, 2-hydroxy-5-methylol-benzaldehyde, Salicylaldehyde, 5-(hydroxymethyl)-, benzaldehyde, 2-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)-, 5-hydroxymethyl salicylaldehyde

2-HYDROXY-5-HYDROXYMETHYL-BENZALDEHYDE (CAS 74901-08-9) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8O3 and a molecular weight of 152.14700 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 306.5ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.342g/cm3 and a flash point of 153.4ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
74901-08-9
Jingsj CID
J-1511772-3
Molecular Formula
C8H8O3
Molecular Weight
152.14700 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point306.5ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.342g/cm3
Flash Point153.4ºC
Exact Mass152.04700
PSA57.53000
LogP0.69700
Refractive Index1.649

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2912499000
Summary2912499000. other aldehyde-ethers, aldehyde-phenols and aldehydes with other oxygen function. 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 2-HYDROXY-5-HYDROXYMETHYL-BENZALDEHYDE?

The CAS number of 2-HYDROXY-5-HYDROXYMETHYL-BENZALDEHYDE is 74901-08-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-HYDROXY-5-HYDROXYMETHYL-BENZALDEHYDE?

2-HYDROXY-5-HYDROXYMETHYL-BENZALDEHYDE has molecular formula C8H8O3 and molecular weight 152.14700 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-HYDROXY-5-HYDROXYMETHYL-BENZALDEHYDE?

For 2-HYDROXY-5-HYDROXYMETHYL-BENZALDEHYDE, Upstream Products: Salicylaldehyde, Formaldehyde, 2-Methylbenzyl Alcohol; Downstream Products: 4-Hydroxyisophthalaldehyde, 5-Chlorosalicylaldehyde, 2-Oxo-6-methyl-2H-1-benzopyran-3-carboxylic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-HYDROXY-5-HYDROXYMETHYL-BENZALDEHYDE (CAS 74901-08-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1511772-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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