Phytol
Also known as: 3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-2-hexadecen-1-ol, 3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-2-hexadecene-1-ol, all-rac-Phytol, (E/Z,all-rac)-Phytol, trans-Phytol, cis-Phytol
Phytol (CAS 7541-49-3) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C20H40O and a molecular weight of 296.53100 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 202 - 205ºC at 15 hPa, a density of 0.85 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 187ºC. 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 Nov 3, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 7541-49-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-43719-4
- Molecular Formula
- C20H40O
- Molecular Weight
- 296.53100 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 202 - 205ºC at 15 hPa |
|---|---|
| Density | 0.85 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 187ºC |
| Exact Mass | 296.30800 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 6.36410 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.463(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2905290000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2905290000 unsaturated monohydric alcohols。Supervision conditions:None。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 Phytol?
The CAS number of Phytol is 7541-49-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Phytol?
Phytol has molecular formula C20H40O and molecular weight 296.53100 g/mol.
Is Phytol hazardous?
Phytol 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 Phytol?
For Phytol, Upstream Products: 6,10-Dimethylundecan-2-one, 6-Methyl-2-heptanone, Phytone; Downstream Products: Phytanic acid, Phytone, Glycolaldehyde.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Phytol (CAS 7541-49-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-43719-4 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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