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2,4,6-Trihydroxybenzaldehyde

Also known as: Phloroglucinolcarboxaldehyde, Phloroglucinaldehyde, Formylphloroglucinol, NSC 38610, Benzaldehyde, 2,4,6-trihydroxy-

2,4,6-Trihydroxybenzaldehyde (CAS 487-70-7) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H6O4 and a molecular weight of 154.120 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 195 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 319.1±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 161.0±18.8 °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.
487-70-7
Jingsj CID
J-18391-5
Molecular Formula
C7H6O4
Molecular Weight
154.120 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point195 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point319.1±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.6±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point161.0±18.8 °C
Exact Mass154.026611
PSA77.76000
LogP1.37
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.734

GHS Safety & Compliance

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

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2912499000
Summary2912499000. other aldehyde-ethers, aldehyde-phenols and aldehydes with other oxygen function. 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 2,4,6-Trihydroxybenzaldehyde?

The CAS number of 2,4,6-Trihydroxybenzaldehyde is 487-70-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,4,6-Trihydroxybenzaldehyde?

2,4,6-Trihydroxybenzaldehyde has molecular formula C7H6O4 and molecular weight 154.120 g/mol.

Is 2,4,6-Trihydroxybenzaldehyde hazardous?

2,4,6-Trihydroxybenzaldehyde has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2,4,6-Trihydroxybenzaldehyde (CAS 487-70-7)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-18391-5 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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