(±)-Hydrobenzoin

Also known as: (+/-)-Hydrobenzoin, rac-Hydrobenzoin, 1,2-Diphenyl-1,2-ethanediol, (±)-1,2-Diphenyl-1,2-ethanediol, Hydrobenzoin (racemic), DL-1,2-Diphenyl-1,2-ethanediol, Isohydrobenzoin

(±)-Hydrobenzoin (CAS 655-48-1) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H14O2 and a molecular weight of 214.26000 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 132-135°C, a boiling point of 373ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.193 g/cm3 and a flash point of 179.8ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 655-48-1
Jingsj CID: J-19843-6
Molecular Formula: C₁₄H₁₄O₂
Molecular Weight: 214.26000 g/mol
Category: Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	132-135°C
Boiling Point	373ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.193 g/cm3
Flash Point	179.8ºC
Exact Mass	214.09900
PSA	40.46000
LogP	2.45360

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2906299090
Summary	2906299090 other aromatic alcohols。Supervision conditions:None。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 (±)-Hydrobenzoin?

The CAS number of (±)-Hydrobenzoin is 655-48-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (±)-Hydrobenzoin?

(±)-Hydrobenzoin has molecular formula C14H14O2 and molecular weight 214.26000 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (±)-Hydrobenzoin?

For (±)-Hydrobenzoin, Upstream Products: Benzoin, Benzaldehyde, Benzil; Downstream Products: Benzoin, Diphenylacetaldehyde, (2S)-2-hydroxy-1,2-diphenylethan-1-one.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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