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2,6-Dimethylphenol

Also known as: 2,6-Xylenol, 2,6-Dimethylphenol, 2,6-di-methyl phenol, 2,6-Me2C6H3OH, 2,6-Me-PhOH, 1-hydroxy-2,6-dimethylbenzene, 2-hydroxy-1,3-dimethylbenzene, Phenol, 2,6-dimethyl-, EINECS 209-400-1, MFCD00002240

2,6-Dimethylphenol (CAS 576-26-1) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H10O and a molecular weight of 122.164 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 43-45 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 201.1±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 78.3±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H311 — Toxic in contact with skin and H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
576-26-1
Jingsj CID
J-35791-5
Molecular Formula
C8H10O
Molecular Weight
122.164 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point43-45 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point201.1±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point78.3±0.0 °C
Exact Mass122.073166
PSA20.23000
LogP2.40
Vapor Pressure0.2±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.540
Additional Property10 g/L (20 ºC)

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / Acute Toxicity / Environmental HazardSignal word: Danger
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed
  • H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
  • H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2907199090
Summary2907199090 other monophenols VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2,6-Dimethylphenol?

The CAS number of 2,6-Dimethylphenol is 576-26-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,6-Dimethylphenol?

2,6-Dimethylphenol has molecular formula C8H10O and molecular weight 122.164 g/mol.

Is 2,6-Dimethylphenol hazardous?

2,6-Dimethylphenol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,6-Dimethylphenol?

For 2,6-Dimethylphenol, Upstream Products: 2-bromo-1,3-dimethylbenzene, 2-Chloro-1,3-dimethylbenzene, 2,6-Dimethylphenylboronic acid; Downstream Products: 2,6-Dimethylhydroquinone, 2,6-dimethyl-p-benzoquinone, 3,3',5,5'-Tetramethyldiphenoquinone.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2,6-Dimethylphenol (CAS 576-26-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-35791-5 (accessed 2026-11-07).

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