Apocynol
Also known as: 1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)ethanol, 2-Hydroxy-5-(1-hydroxyethyl)anisole, 2-methoxy-4-(1-hydroxyethyl)-phenol, 3-Methoxy-4-hydroxyphenylethanol, 3-Methoxy-4-hydroxyphenylmethylcarbinol, 4-(1-Hydroxyethyl)-2-methoxyphenol, 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-α-methylbenzyl alcohol, 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenylethyl alcohol, Benzenemethanol, 4-hydroxy-3-methoxy-α-methyl-, MFCD00238638, rac-4-(1-hydroxyethyl)-2-methoxyphenol, α-Methylvanillyl alcohol
Apocynol (CAS 2480-86-6) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H12O3 and a molecular weight of 168.190 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 100-104ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 301.5±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 136.2±25.1 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2480-86-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-17879-0
- Molecular Formula
- C9H12O3
- Molecular Weight
- 168.190 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 100-104ºC(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 301.5±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 136.2±25.1 °C |
| Exact Mass | 168.078644 |
| PSA | 49.69000 |
| LogP | 0.35 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.555 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- 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 Apocynol?
The CAS number of Apocynol is 2480-86-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Apocynol?
Apocynol has molecular formula C9H12O3 and molecular weight 168.190 g/mol.
Is Apocynol hazardous?
Apocynol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Apocynol?
For Apocynol, Upstream Products: Apocynin, Methylmagnesium bromide, Vanillin; Downstream Products: Apocynin, 2-methoxy-1,4-benzoquinone, Vanillin.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Apocynol (CAS 2480-86-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-17879-0 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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