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2'-Hydroxyacetophenone

Also known as: 1-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)ethanone, 1-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)ethan-1-one, 1-Acetyl-2-hydroxybenzene, 2-Acetophenol, 2-Acetylphenol, 2-Hydroxyacetophenone, 2-Hydroxyphenyl methyl ketone, o-Acetylphenol, o-Hydroxyacetophenone, Ortho-Hydroxyacetophenone, MFCD00002219, EINECS 204-288-0

2'-Hydroxyacetophenone (CAS 118-93-4) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8O2 and a molecular weight of 136.148 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 41735ºC, a boiling point of 218.4±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 87.5±12.4 °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.
118-93-4
Jingsj CID
J-25451-3
Molecular Formula
C8H8O2
Molecular Weight
136.148 g/mol
Category
Ketones
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point41735ºC
Boiling Point218.4±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point87.5±12.4 °C
Exact Mass136.052429
PSA37.30000
LogP1.96
Additional Property4.7 (vs air)
Vapor Pressure0.1±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.552
Additional Propertyslightly soluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

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

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2914501900
Summary2914501900 other ketone-phenols。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 2'-Hydroxyacetophenone?

The CAS number of 2'-Hydroxyacetophenone is 118-93-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2'-Hydroxyacetophenone?

2'-Hydroxyacetophenone has molecular formula C8H8O2 and molecular weight 136.148 g/mol.

Is 2'-Hydroxyacetophenone hazardous?

2'-Hydroxyacetophenone 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 2'-Hydroxyacetophenone?

For 2'-Hydroxyacetophenone, Upstream Products: Ethanone, 1-[2-(2-propen-1-yloxy)phenyl]-, 2'-Bromoacetophenone, 2'-Ethoxyacetophenone; Downstream Products: 3-(2-hydroxyphenyl)-3-oxopropanenitrile.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2'-Hydroxyacetophenone (CAS 118-93-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-25451-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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