3-methoxy-5-methylphenol
Also known as: 3-methoxy-5-methylphenol, 5-methoxy-m-cresol, orcinol monomethyl ether, 3-hydroxy-5-methoxytoluene, 3-methyl-5-methoxyphenol, orcinyl ter, O-methylorcinol, phenol, 3-methoxy-5-methyl-
3-methoxy-5-methylphenol (CAS 3209-13-0) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H10O2 and a molecular weight of 138.16400 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 63°C, a boiling point of 255.7ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.078g/cm3 and a flash point of 135.6ºC. 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.
- 3209-13-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-17810-9
- Molecular Formula
- C8H10O2
- Molecular Weight
- 138.16400 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 63°C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 255.7ºC at 760mmHg |
| Density | 1.078g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 135.6ºC |
| Exact Mass | 138.06800 |
| PSA | 29.46000 |
| LogP | 1.70920 |
| Refractive Index | 1.53 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2909500000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2909500000 ether-phenols, ether-alcohol-phenols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 3-methoxy-5-methylphenol?
The CAS number of 3-methoxy-5-methylphenol is 3209-13-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-methoxy-5-methylphenol?
3-methoxy-5-methylphenol has molecular formula C8H10O2 and molecular weight 138.16400 g/mol.
Is 3-methoxy-5-methylphenol hazardous?
3-methoxy-5-methylphenol 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 3-methoxy-5-methylphenol?
For 3-methoxy-5-methylphenol, Upstream Products: Orcinol, iodomethane, Dimethyl sulfate; Downstream Products: Olivetol, 3,5-Dimethoxytoluene, 4-Methoxy-6-methylsalicylaldehyde.
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