Diphenyl(4-pyridyl)methanol
Also known as: Diphenyl(pyridin-4-yl)methanol, α-(4-Pyridyl)benzhydrol, 4-Pyridyldiphenylmethanol, α,α-Diphenyl-4-pyridinemethanol, Diphenyl(4-pyridinyl)methanol, alpha-(4-Pyridyl)benzhydryl alcohol, MFCD00006434, EINECS 216-584-7
Diphenyl(4-pyridyl)methanol (CAS 1620-30-0) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C18H15NO and a molecular weight of 261.31800 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 240 °C, a boiling point of 445.3ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.169g/cm3 and a flash point of 223.1ºC. 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.
- 1620-30-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-1990896-4
- Molecular Formula
- C18H15NO
- Molecular Weight
- 261.31800 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 240 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 445.3ºC at 760mmHg |
| Density | 1.169g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 223.1ºC |
| Exact Mass | 261.11500 |
| PSA | 33.12000 |
| LogP | 3.36580 |
| Vapor Pressure | 1.04E-08mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.626 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2933399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2933399090. other compounds containing an unfused pyridine ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Diphenyl(4-pyridyl)methanol?
The CAS number of Diphenyl(4-pyridyl)methanol is 1620-30-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Diphenyl(4-pyridyl)methanol?
Diphenyl(4-pyridyl)methanol has molecular formula C18H15NO and molecular weight 261.31800 g/mol.
Is Diphenyl(4-pyridyl)methanol hazardous?
Diphenyl(4-pyridyl)methanol 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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