4-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol
Also known as: 4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenol, p-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol, p-(Hydroxymethyl)phenol, Benzenemethanol, 4-hydroxy-, Gastrodigenin, 4-METHYLOLPHENOL, p-Methylolphenol, Bisoprolol Impurity 19, (4-Hydroxyphenyl)methanol, alpha-Hydroxy-p-cresol
4-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol (CAS 623-05-2) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H8O2 and a molecular weight of 124.137 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 114-122 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 252.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 145.8±15.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 623-05-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-42412-3
- Molecular Formula
- C7H8O2
- Molecular Weight
- 124.137 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 114-122 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 252.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 145.8±15.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 124.052429 |
| PSA | 40.46000 |
| LogP | 0.30 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.596 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Lim EJ, et al. Anti-angiogenic, anti-inflammatory and anti-nociceptive activity of 4-hydroxybenzyl alcohol. J Pharm Pharmacol. 2007 Sep;59(9):1235-40. [2]. Laschke MW, et al. In vitro and in vivo evaluation of the anti-angiogenic actions of 4-hydroxybenzyl alcohol. Br J Pharmacol. 2011 Jun;163(4):835-44. [3]. Laschke MW, et al. 4-hydroxybenzyl alcohol: a novel inhibitor of tumor angiogenesis and growth. Life Sci. 2013 Jul 19;93(1):44-50. [4]. Yu SS, et al. Neuroprotective effect of 4-hydroxybenzyl alcohol against transient focal cerebral ischemia via anti-apoptosis in rats. Brain Res. 2010 Jan 13;1308:167-75. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2907299090 |
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| 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-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol?
The CAS number of 4-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol is 623-05-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol?
4-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol has molecular formula C7H8O2 and molecular weight 124.137 g/mol.
Is 4-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol hazardous?
4-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol?
For 4-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol, Upstream Products: 4-Hydroxybenzaldehyde, 4-Methoxybenzyl alcohol, 4-(Benzyloxy)benzaldehyde; Downstream Products: 4-Hydroxybenzyl chloride, Coelenterazine, 4-(Hydroxymethyl)catechol.
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