4-(2-Methoxyethyl)phenol
Also known as: p-(2-Methoxyethyl)phenol, 4-Hydroxyphenylethyl methyl ether, 4-hydroxyphenethyl methyl ether, p-Hydroxyphenethyl methyl ether, 4-Methoxyethylphenol, 2-(p-hydroxyphenyl)ethyl methyl ether, Metoprolol EP Impurity B, Metoprolol Impurity B, Metoprolol Impurity I
4-(2-Methoxyethyl)phenol (CAS 56718-71-9) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H12O2 and a molecular weight of 152.19 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 42-45ºC, a boiling point of 239.9±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 97.8±14.6 °C. 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.
- 56718-71-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-21647-7
- Molecular Formula
- C9H12O2
- Molecular Weight
- 152.19 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 42-45ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 239.9±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 97.8±14.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 152.083725 |
| PSA | 29.46000 |
| LogP | 1.40 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.526 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2909500000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2909500000 ether-phenols, ether-alcohol-phenols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 4-(2-Methoxyethyl)phenol?
The CAS number of 4-(2-Methoxyethyl)phenol is 56718-71-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(2-Methoxyethyl)phenol?
4-(2-Methoxyethyl)phenol has molecular formula C9H12O2 and molecular weight 152.19 g/mol.
Is 4-(2-Methoxyethyl)phenol hazardous?
4-(2-Methoxyethyl)phenol 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 4-(2-Methoxyethyl)phenol?
For 4-(2-Methoxyethyl)phenol, Upstream Products: 4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol, 1-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-2-methoxyethan-1-one, Dimethyl Carbonate; Downstream Products: 3-[4-(2-methoxyethyl)phenoxy]-1,2-epoxypropane, Metoprolol, (R)-Metoprolol.
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