2,6-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-p-cresol
Also known as: 2,6-Dimethylol-4-methylphenol, 2,6-di(hydroxymethyl)-4-methylphenol, 2-hydroxy-5-methyl-1,3-benzenedimethanol, 1,3-Benzenedimethanol, 2-hydroxy-5-methyl-, 4-Methyl-2,6-bis(hydroxymethyl)-phenol
2,6-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-p-cresol (CAS 91-04-3) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H12O3 and a molecular weight of 168.190 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 128-130 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 333.3±11.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 166.1±13.9 °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.
- 91-04-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-28753-6
- Molecular Formula
- C9H12O3
- Molecular Weight
- 168.190 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 128-130 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 333.3±11.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 166.1±13.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 168.078644 |
| PSA | 60.69000 |
| LogP | -0.43 |
| Additional Property | 5.8 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.613 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2,6-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-p-cresol?
The CAS number of 2,6-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-p-cresol is 91-04-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,6-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-p-cresol?
2,6-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-p-cresol has molecular formula C9H12O3 and molecular weight 168.190 g/mol.
Is 2,6-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-p-cresol hazardous?
2,6-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-p-cresol 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 2,6-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-p-cresol?
For 2,6-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-p-cresol, Upstream Products: Formaldehyde, p-Cresol, o-Cresol; Downstream Products: Trisphenol, 2,6-Bis(chloromethyl)-4-methylphenyl acetate, 2,4,6-Trimethylphenol.
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