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5-Norbornene-2-methanol

Also known as: Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-en-2-ylmethanol, 2-Hydroxymethyl-5-norbornene, 5-Norbornene-2-methanol, mixture of endo and exo, Bicyclo(2.2.1)hept-5-ene-2-methanol, 5-Hydroxymethylnorborn-2-ene, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene, 5-Norbornen-2-methanol, TIMTEC-BB SBB008580, MFCD00167571, EINECS 202-392-0

5-Norbornene-2-methanol (CAS 95-12-5) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H12O and a molecular weight of 124.180 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 189.2±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 86.7±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
95-12-5
Jingsj CID
J-18162-4
Molecular Formula
C8H12O
Molecular Weight
124.180 g/mol
Category
Solvents
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point189.2±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point86.7±0.0 °C
Exact Mass124.088814
PSA20.23000
LogP1.36
Vapor Pressure0.2±0.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.530

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
  • H332 — Harmful if inhaled

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2906199090
Summary2906199090. cyclanic, cyclenic or cyclotherpenic alcohols. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5-Norbornene-2-methanol?

The CAS number of 5-Norbornene-2-methanol is 95-12-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Norbornene-2-methanol?

5-Norbornene-2-methanol has molecular formula C8H12O and molecular weight 124.180 g/mol.

Is 5-Norbornene-2-methanol hazardous?

5-Norbornene-2-methanol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "5-Norbornene-2-methanol (CAS 95-12-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-18162-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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