2-(Difluoromethoxy)benzyl alcohol

2-(二氟甲氧基)苯甲醇

Also known as: [2-(difluoromethoxy)phenyl]methanol, 2-(Difluoromethoxy)benzenemethanol, MFCD00236226, 2-Difluormethoxybenzylalkohol, alpha,alpha-Difluoro-2-(hydroxymethyl)anisole

2-(Difluoromethoxy)benzyl alcohol (CAS 72768-94-6) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8F2O2 and a molecular weight of 174.145 g/mol. It is also known as [2-(difluoromethoxy)phenyl]methanol, 2-(Difluoromethoxy)benzenemethanol and MFCD00236226. Key properties include a boiling point of 228.4±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 113.0±22.5 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
72768-94-6
Jingsj CID
J-3132-9
Molecular Formula
C8H8F2O2
Chinese Name
2-(二氟甲氧基)苯甲醇
Molecular Weight
174.145 g/mol
Category
Solvents
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point228.4±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point113.0±22.5 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-(Difluoromethoxy)benzyl alcohol?

The CAS number of 2-(Difluoromethoxy)benzyl alcohol is 72768-94-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(Difluoromethoxy)benzyl alcohol?

2-(Difluoromethoxy)benzyl alcohol has molecular formula C8H8F2O2 and molecular weight 174.145 g/mol.

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