2,5-Dimethylresorcinol
Also known as: 1,3-Benzenediol, 2,5-dimethyl-, 2,5-Dimethyl-1,3-benzenediol, 2,5-Dimethyl-1,3-dihydroxybenzene, 2,5-Dimethylresorcin, 4-Methylorcinol, p-Xylorcinol, beta-Orcinol, 2,5-dimethylbenzene-1,3-diol, 1,3-Dihydroxy-2,5-dimethylbenzene, MFCD00134473
2,5-Dimethylresorcinol (CAS 488-87-9) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H10O2 and a molecular weight of 138.16400 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 157-162 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 277 °C(lit.) and a density of 1.162g/cm3. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 488-87-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-1990946-7
- Molecular Formula
- C8H10O2
- Molecular Weight
- 138.16400 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 157-162 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 277 °C(lit.) |
| Density | 1.162g/cm3 |
| Exact Mass | 138.06800 |
| PSA | 40.46000 |
| LogP | 1.71460 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.00178mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.582 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2907299090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2907299090 polyphenols; phenol-alcohols。supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward)。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 2,5-Dimethylresorcinol?
The CAS number of 2,5-Dimethylresorcinol is 488-87-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,5-Dimethylresorcinol?
2,5-Dimethylresorcinol has molecular formula C8H10O2 and molecular weight 138.16400 g/mol.
Is 2,5-Dimethylresorcinol hazardous?
2,5-Dimethylresorcinol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,5-Dimethylresorcinol?
For 2,5-Dimethylresorcinol, Upstream Products: 2,4-Dihydroxy-3,6-dimethylbenzoic acid, 2,6-Dihydroxy-4-methylbenzaldehyde, Methyl 2,4-dihydroxy-3,6-dimethylbenzoate.
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