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4,4'-Dimethylbenzoin

Also known as: Ethanone,2-hydroxy-1,2-bis(4-methylphenyl)-, 2-Hydroxy-1,2-bis(4-methylphenyl)ethanone, 1,2-Bis(4-methylphenyl)-2-hydroxyethanone, Toluoin, p-Toluoin, α-(4-Methylphenyl)-α-hydroxy-4'-methylacetophenone, MFCD00008555, (±)-2-hydroxy-1,2-bis(4-methylphenyl)ethan-1-one

4,4'-Dimethylbenzoin (CAS 1218-89-9) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H16O2 and a molecular weight of 240.29700 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 88°C, a boiling point of 210 °C / 1mmHg, a density of 1.13g/cm3 and a flash point of 170.5ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.

CAS No.
1218-89-9
Jingsj CID
J-1517280-2
Molecular Formula
C16H16O2
Molecular Weight
240.29700 g/mol
Category
Organic Compounds
Last updated
11/3/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point88°C
Boiling Point210 °C / 1mmHg
Density1.13g/cm3
Flash Point170.5ºC
Exact Mass240.11500
PSA37.30000
LogP3.21970
Vapor Pressure6.66E-08mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.592

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 4,4'-Dimethylbenzoin?

The CAS number of 4,4'-Dimethylbenzoin is 1218-89-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4,4'-Dimethylbenzoin?

4,4'-Dimethylbenzoin has molecular formula C16H16O2 and molecular weight 240.29700 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4,4'-Dimethylbenzoin?

For 4,4'-Dimethylbenzoin, Upstream Products: 4,4'-dimethylbenzil, p-Tolualdehyde, 4,4'-Dimethylbenzophenone; Downstream Products: Dimethyl sulfide, 4,4'-dimethylbenzil, 4-Methylbenzyl alcohol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "4,4'-Dimethylbenzoin (CAS 1218-89-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1517280-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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