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2-Methoxybenzene-1,3,5-triol

Also known as: Iretol, 2-Methoxyphloroglucinol, 2,4,6-Trihydroxy-1-methoxybenzene, 2,4,6-Trihydroxyanisole, 2-Methoxy-1,3,5-benzenetriol, 1,3,5-Benzenetriol, 2-methoxy-, 2-Methoxy-phloroglucin, 2-Methoxy-phloroglucinol, 1,3,5-trihydroxy-2-methoxybenzene

2-Methoxybenzene-1,3,5-triol (CAS 487-71-8) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H8O4 and a molecular weight of 156.13600 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 323.1ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.436g/cm3 and a flash point of 149.2ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
487-71-8
Jingsj CID
J-1959535-8
Molecular Formula
C7H8O4
Molecular Weight
156.13600 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point323.1ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.436g/cm3
Flash Point149.2ºC
Exact Mass156.04200
PSA69.92000
LogP0.81200
Vapor Pressure0.000141mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.627

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Zhu-Ping Xiao, et al. 2,4,6-Trihydroxyanisole. Acta Cryst. (2007). E63, o2941.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2909499000
Summary2909499000. ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. 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-Methoxybenzene-1,3,5-triol?

The CAS number of 2-Methoxybenzene-1,3,5-triol is 487-71-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methoxybenzene-1,3,5-triol?

2-Methoxybenzene-1,3,5-triol has molecular formula C7H8O4 and molecular weight 156.13600 g/mol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Methoxybenzene-1,3,5-triol (CAS 487-71-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1959535-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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