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4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol

Also known as: Tyrosol, p-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol, 2-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)ethanol, 4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phenol, p-Hydroxyphenylethanol, p-Tyrosol, 4-Hydroxyphenylethanol

4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol (CAS 501-94-0) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H10O2 and a molecular weight of 138.16 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 89-92 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 375.2±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 180.7±23.7 °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. It is listed by 1 supplier; request a quote for pricing. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
501-94-0
Jingsj CID
J-26595-7
Molecular Formula
C8H10O2
Molecular Weight
138.16 g/mol
Category
Solvents
Last updated
8/21/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point89-92 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point375.2±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point180.7±23.7 °C
PSA40.46000
LogP0.04
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.598
Additional Propertyslightly soluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

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

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Luo G, et al. Tyrosol attenuates pro-inflammatory cytokines from cultured astrocytes and NF-κB activation in in vitro oxygen glucose deprivation. Neurochem Int. 2018 Dec;121:140-145. [2]. Muriana FJG, et al. Tyrosol and its metabolites as antioxidative and anti-inflammatory molecules in human endothelial cells. Food Funct. 2017 Aug 1;8(8):2905-2914.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2907299090
Summary2907299090 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 4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol?

The CAS number of 4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol is 501-94-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol?

4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol has molecular formula C8H10O2 and molecular weight 138.16 g/mol.

Which suppliers offer 4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol?

1 supplier(s) listed; request a quote for pricing.

Is 4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol hazardous?

4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol 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-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol?

For 4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol, Upstream Products: 4-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid, Methyl 4-hydroxyphenylacetate, Phenethyl alcohol; Downstream Products: 4-(Phenylmethoxy)-benzeneacetaldehyde, 4-(2-Methoxyethyl)phenol, 2-(3-Bromo-4-methoxyphenyl)ethanol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol (CAS 501-94-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-26595-7 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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