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2-amino-5-methylbenzyl alcohol

Also known as: (2-amino-5-methylphenyl)methanol, 2-amino-5-methylbenzenemethanol, 5-methyl-2-aminobenzyl alcohol, Benzenemethanol, 2-amino-5-methyl-, MFCD00074995

2-amino-5-methylbenzyl alcohol (CAS 34897-84-2) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H11NO and a molecular weight of 137.17900 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 123-126ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 293.2ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.126 g/cm3 and a flash point of 131.1ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
34897-84-2
Jingsj CID
J-15764-2
Molecular Formula
C8H11NO
Molecular Weight
137.17900 g/mol
Category
Solvents
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point123-126ºC(lit.)
Boiling Point293.2ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.126 g/cm3
Flash Point131.1ºC
Exact Mass137.08400
PSA46.25000
LogP1.65070
Refractive Index1.601

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2922199090
Summary2922199090. other amino-alcohols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, their ethers and esters; salts thereof. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-amino-5-methylbenzyl alcohol?

The CAS number of 2-amino-5-methylbenzyl alcohol is 34897-84-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-amino-5-methylbenzyl alcohol?

2-amino-5-methylbenzyl alcohol has molecular formula C8H11NO and molecular weight 137.17900 g/mol.

Is 2-amino-5-methylbenzyl alcohol hazardous?

2-amino-5-methylbenzyl alcohol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-amino-5-methylbenzyl alcohol?

For 2-amino-5-methylbenzyl alcohol, Upstream Products: 2-Amino-5-methylbenzoic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-amino-5-methylbenzyl alcohol (CAS 34897-84-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-15764-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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