2,4,6-Trimethylphenol
Also known as: Mesitol, Hydroxymesitylene, 1,3,5-Trimethylphenol, 2-Hydroxymesitylene, Mesityl alcohol, Phenol, 2,4,6-trimethyl-, EINECS 208-419-2, MFCD00002235
2,4,6-Trimethylphenol (CAS 527-60-6) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H12O and a molecular weight of 136.191 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 70-72 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 215.8±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 96.7±8.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage and H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 527-60-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-4314-2
- Molecular Formula
- C9H12O
- Molecular Weight
- 136.191 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 70-72 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 215.8±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 96.7±8.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 136.088821 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 2.86 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.536 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Rosado-Lausell SL, et al. Roles of singlet oxygen and triplet excited state of dissolved organic matter formed by different organic matters in bacteriophage MS2 inactivation. Water Res. 2013;47(14):4869-4879. [2]. Paul G.Tratnyek, et al. Photo-oxidation of 2,4,6-trimethylphenol in aqueous laboratory solutions and natural waters: kinetics of reaction with singlet oxygen. Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry. Volume 84, Issue 2, 6 December 1994, Pages 153-160. [3]. Libby RD, et al. Defining the involvement of HOCl or Cl2 as enzyme-generated intermediates in chloroperoxidase-catalyzed reactions. J Biol Chem. 1992;267(3):1769-1775. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2907199090 |
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| Summary | 2907199090 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 2,4,6-Trimethylphenol?
The CAS number of 2,4,6-Trimethylphenol is 527-60-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,4,6-Trimethylphenol?
2,4,6-Trimethylphenol has molecular formula C9H12O and molecular weight 136.191 g/mol.
Is 2,4,6-Trimethylphenol hazardous?
2,4,6-Trimethylphenol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,4,6-Trimethylphenol?
For 2,4,6-Trimethylphenol, Upstream Products: Mesitylboronic acid, 2-Bromomesitylene, Phenylacetylene; Downstream Products: 3,5-Dimethyl-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde, 2,6-dimethyl-p-benzoquinone, 4-Hydroxy-3,5-dimethylbenzyl alcohol.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "2,4,6-Trimethylphenol (CAS 527-60-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-4314-2 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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