(R)-(+)-3-Benzyloxy-1,2-propanediol

Also known as: (2R)-3-(Benzyloxy)propane-1,2-diol, (R)-3-Benzyloxy-1,2-propanediol, 3-O-Benzyl-sn-glycerol, (R)-Glycerol 1-benzyl ether, 1-O-Benzyl-sn-glycerol, (R)-1-Benzyloxy-2,3-propanediol, 3-Benzyl-sn-glycerol

(R)-(+)-3-Benzyloxy-1,2-propanediol (CAS 56552-80-8) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H14O3 and a molecular weight of 182.21600 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 25-29ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 355.1ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.140 g/mL at 20ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 168.6ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 56552-80-8
Jingsj CID: J-31987-9
Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₄O₃
Molecular Weight: 182.21600 g/mol
Category: Solvents
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	25-29ºC(lit.)
Boiling Point	355.1ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.140 g/mL at 20ºC(lit.)
Flash Point	168.6ºC
Exact Mass	182.09400
PSA	49.69000
LogP	0.55640
Refractive Index	n20/D 1.533

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2909499000
Summary	2909499000. ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. 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 (R)-(+)-3-Benzyloxy-1,2-propanediol?

The CAS number of (R)-(+)-3-Benzyloxy-1,2-propanediol is 56552-80-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (R)-(+)-3-Benzyloxy-1,2-propanediol?

(R)-(+)-3-Benzyloxy-1,2-propanediol has molecular formula C10H14O3 and molecular weight 182.21600 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (R)-(+)-3-Benzyloxy-1,2-propanediol?

For (R)-(+)-3-Benzyloxy-1,2-propanediol, Upstream Products: Dibenzyl ether; Downstream Products: 1,3-bis(benzyloxy)-2-propanol, (R)-(-)-Benzyl glycidyl ether, Benzyl glycidyl ether.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "(R)-(+)-3-Benzyloxy-1,2-propanediol (CAS 56552-80-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-31987-9 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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