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1,8-Naphthalenedimethanol

Also known as: 1,8-Bis(hydroxymethyl)naphthalene, 1,8-dihydroxymethylnaphthalene, 1,8-naphthalene dimethanol, MFCD00183549, Naphthalene-1,8-bismethanol, Naphthalene-1,8-dimethanol, Naphthalene-1,8-diyldimethanol, [8-(Hydroxymethyl)naphthalen-1-yl]methanol

1,8-Naphthalenedimethanol (CAS 2026-08-6) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H12O2 and a molecular weight of 188.22200 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 153-156ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 411.1ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.244g/cm3 and a flash point of 207.3ºC. 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.
2026-08-6
Jingsj CID
J-1993562-7
Molecular Formula
C12H12O2
Molecular Weight
188.22200 g/mol
Category
Solvents
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point153-156ºC(lit.)
Boiling Point411.1ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.244g/cm3
Flash Point207.3ºC
Exact Mass188.08400
PSA40.46000
LogP1.82440
Vapor Pressure1.7E-07mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.677

GHS Safety & Compliance

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

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2906299090
Summary2906299090 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 1,8-Naphthalenedimethanol?

The CAS number of 1,8-Naphthalenedimethanol is 2026-08-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,8-Naphthalenedimethanol?

1,8-Naphthalenedimethanol has molecular formula C12H12O2 and molecular weight 188.22200 g/mol.

Is 1,8-Naphthalenedimethanol hazardous?

1,8-Naphthalenedimethanol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1,8-Naphthalenedimethanol?

For 1,8-Naphthalenedimethanol, Upstream Products: 1,8-Naphthalic anhydride, dimethyl naphthalene-1,8-dicarboxylate; Downstream Products: 1H,3H-Naphtho[1,8-cd]thiopyran, Acenaphthene, Acenaphthylene.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "1,8-Naphthalenedimethanol (CAS 2026-08-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1993562-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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