Olivetol

Also known as: 5-pentylbenzene-1,3-diol, 5-pentylresorcinol, 5-amylresorcinol, 3,5-dihydroxyamylbenzene, 1,3-Benzenediol, 5-pentyl-, 5-Pentyl-1,3-benzenediol, olivetol

Olivetol (CAS 500-66-3) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H16O2 and a molecular weight of 180.243 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 46-48ºC, a boiling point of 313.3±12.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 148.8±14.2 °C. 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.: 500-66-3
Jingsj CID: J-177-5
Molecular Formula: C₁₁H₁₆O₂
Molecular Weight: 180.243 g/mol
Category: Alcohols
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	46-48ºC
Boiling Point	313.3±12.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	148.8±14.2 °C
Exact Mass	180.115036
PSA	40.46000
LogP	3.35
Vapor Pressure	0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.547
Storage Conditions	Refrigerator

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

H315 — Causes skin irritation
H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Activity & Biological Data

Target	IC50: 7.21 μM (CYP2D6)[2], 15.3 μM (CYP2C19)[1] Ki: 2.71 μM (CYP2C19)[1], 2.87 μM (CYP2D6)[2] CB1, CB2[3]
Additional Information	[1]. Jiang R, et al. Cannabidiol is a potent inhibitor of the catalytic activity of cytochrome P450 2C19. Drug Metab Pharmacokinet. 2013;28(4):332-8. [2]. Yamaori S, et al. Cannabidiol, a major phytocannabinoid, as a potent atypical inhibitor for CYP2D6. Drug Metab Dispos. 2011 Nov;39(11):2049-56. [3]. James J. Carberry , et al. Composition of Olivetol and Method of Use to Reduce or Inhibit the Effects of Tetrahydrocannabinol in the Human Body. US20170143644A1

Target

IC50: 7.21 μM (CYP2D6)[2], 15.3 μM (CYP2C19)[1] Ki: 2.71 μM (CYP2C19)[1], 2.87 μM (CYP2D6)[2] CB1, CB2[3]

Additional Information

[1]. Jiang R, et al. Cannabidiol is a potent inhibitor of the catalytic activity of cytochrome P450 2C19. Drug Metab Pharmacokinet. 2013;28(4):332-8. [2]. Yamaori S, et al. Cannabidiol, a major phytocannabinoid, as a potent atypical inhibitor for CYP2D6. Drug Metab Dispos. 2011 Nov;39(11):2049-56. [3]. James J. Carberry , et al. Composition of Olivetol and Method of Use to Reduce or Inhibit the Effects of Tetrahydrocannabinol in the Human Body. US20170143644A1

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2907299090
Summary	2907299090 polyphenols; phenol-alcohols。supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward)。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 Olivetol?

The CAS number of Olivetol is 500-66-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Olivetol?

Olivetol has molecular formula C11H16O2 and molecular weight 180.243 g/mol.

Is Olivetol hazardous?

Olivetol 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 Olivetol?

For Olivetol, Upstream Products: 3,5-Dimethoxybenzoic acid, 3,5-Dimethoxybenzoyl chloride, 3,5-Dimethoxybenzaldehyde; Downstream Products: Δ8-Tetrahydrocannabinol, 5-Pentylcyclohexane-1,3-dione, Cannabigerol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "Olivetol (CAS 500-66-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-177-5 (accessed 2026-11-07).

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