4-(Hydroxymethyl)catechol

Also known as: 1,2-Benzenediol, 4-(hydroxymethyl)-, 3,4-Dihydroxybenzyl alcohol, 4-Hydroxymethylpyrocatechol, α,3,4-Trihydroxytoluene, MFCD00210409

4-(Hydroxymethyl)catechol (CAS 3897-89-0) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H8O3 and a molecular weight of 140.137 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 117°C, a boiling point of 362.8±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 190.3±18.3 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 3897-89-0
Jingsj CID: J-30722-2
Molecular Formula: C₇H₈O₃
Molecular Weight: 140.137 g/mol
Category: Alcohols
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	117°C
Boiling Point	362.8±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	190.3±18.3 °C
Exact Mass	140.047348
PSA	60.69000
LogP	-0.30
Vapor Pressure	0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.649

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2907299090
Summary	2907299090 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-(Hydroxymethyl)catechol?

The CAS number of 4-(Hydroxymethyl)catechol is 3897-89-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(Hydroxymethyl)catechol?

4-(Hydroxymethyl)catechol has molecular formula C7H8O3 and molecular weight 140.137 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-(Hydroxymethyl)catechol?

For 4-(Hydroxymethyl)catechol, Upstream Products: 3,4-Dihydroxybenzaldehyde, Veratric acid, 3,4-Dibenzyloxybenzaldehyde; Downstream Products: 3,4-Dihydroxybenzonitrile.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "4-(Hydroxymethyl)catechol (CAS 3897-89-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-30722-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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