Carvacrol methyl ether

Also known as: 2-methoxy-1-methyl-4-(1-methylethyl)-benzene, 5-isopropyl-2-methylanisole, 2-methoxy-1-methyl-4-propan-2-ylbenzene, 4-Isopropyl-2-methoxy-1-methylbenzene, Methyl carvacrol, Carvacryl methyl ether, Methyl carvacryl ether, p-Cymene-2-ol methyl ether, NSC 406512

Carvacrol methyl ether (CAS 6379-73-3) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H16O and a molecular weight of 164.24400 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 217.7ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.936 g/mL at 20ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 75ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 6379-73-3
Jingsj CID: J-43592-7
Molecular Formula: C₁₁H₁₆O
Molecular Weight: 164.24400 g/mol
Category: Alcohols
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	217.7ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	0.936 g/mL at 20ºC(lit.)
Flash Point	75ºC
Exact Mass	164.12000
PSA	9.23000
LogP	3.12700
Refractive Index	n20/D 1.505
Storage Conditions	2-8°C

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

H302 — Harmful if swallowed

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. Dorman HJ, et, al. Antimicrobial agents from plants: antibacterial activity of plant volatile oils. J Appl Microbiol. 2000 Feb;88(2):308-16. [2]. Ultee A, et, al. The phenolic hydroxyl group of carvacrol is essential for action against the food-borne pathogen Bacillus cereus. Appl Environ Microbiol. 2002 Apr;68(4):1561-8.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Carvacrol methyl ether?

The CAS number of Carvacrol methyl ether is 6379-73-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Carvacrol methyl ether?

Carvacrol methyl ether has molecular formula C11H16O and molecular weight 164.24400 g/mol.

Is Carvacrol methyl ether hazardous?

Carvacrol methyl ether has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Carvacrol methyl ether?

For Carvacrol methyl ether, Upstream Products: Carvacrol, iodomethane, Dimethyl sulfate; Downstream Products: 2,3,4,5-tetrabromo-6-methylphenol, 2-Hydroxy-6-isopropyl-3-methylbenzaldehyde.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "Carvacrol methyl ether (CAS 6379-73-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-43592-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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