2-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzyl alcohol
Also known as: o-Vanillyl alcohol, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-6-methoxyphenol, 2-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzenemethanol, Benzenemethanol, 2-hydroxy-3-methoxy-, 2-Hydroxymethyl-6-methoxyphenol, RARECHEM AL BD 0033, MFCD00008362, EINECS 224-488-1
2-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzyl alcohol (CAS 4383-05-5) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H10O3 and a molecular weight of 154.163 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 61-63 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 358.8±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 133.1±23.2 °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.
- 4383-05-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-41214-6
- Molecular Formula
- C8H10O3
- Molecular Weight
- 154.163 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 61-63 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 358.8±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 133.1±23.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 154.062988 |
| PSA | 49.69000 |
| LogP | 0.00 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.570 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2909500000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2909500000 ether-phenols, ether-alcohol-phenols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives 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-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzyl alcohol?
The CAS number of 2-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzyl alcohol is 4383-05-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzyl alcohol?
2-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzyl alcohol has molecular formula C8H10O3 and molecular weight 154.163 g/mol.
Is 2-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzyl alcohol hazardous?
2-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzyl alcohol 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-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzyl alcohol?
For 2-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzyl alcohol, Upstream Products: o-Vanillin, Formaldehyde, Guaiacol; Downstream Products: 2-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenylacetonitrile, 2-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoic acid, 2-Methoxy-6-methylphenol.
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