4-Methylbenzyl alcohol
Also known as: p-tolylmethanol, p-Tolylcarbinol, p-Methylbenzyl alcohol, 4-Methylbenzenemethanol, Benzenemethanol, 4-methyl-, alpha-Hydroxy-p-xylene, p-Tolylmethanol, 4-Me-benzyl alcohol, PMAL, p-Toluyl alcohol
4-Methylbenzyl alcohol (CAS 589-18-4) 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 59-61 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 218.4±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 105.0±3.5 °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.
- 589-18-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-42519-4
- Molecular Formula
- C8H10O
- Molecular Weight
- 122.164 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 59-61 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 218.4±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 105.0±3.5 °C |
| Exact Mass | 122.073166 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 1.50 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.540 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2902909090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2902909090 other aromatic hydrocarbons。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:2.0%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 4-Methylbenzyl alcohol?
The CAS number of 4-Methylbenzyl alcohol is 589-18-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methylbenzyl alcohol?
4-Methylbenzyl alcohol has molecular formula C8H10O and molecular weight 122.164 g/mol.
Is 4-Methylbenzyl alcohol hazardous?
4-Methylbenzyl 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 4-Methylbenzyl alcohol?
For 4-Methylbenzyl alcohol, Upstream Products: methyl p-toluate, 4-Methylbenzoic acid, p-Tolualdehyde; Downstream Products: Benzene,1-methyl-4-[(4-methylphenyl)methyl]-, N,N,4-Trimethylbenzamide, 2-(benzyloxy)-5-methylpyridine.
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