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o-Eugenol

Also known as: 2-Methoxy-6-allylphenol, 2-Allyl-6-methoxyphenol, 6-Allyl-2-methoxyphenol, 3-Allylguaiacol, 6-allylguaicol, 2-Methoxy-6-(2-propenyl)phenol, Phenol,2-methoxy-6-(2-propenyl), Guaiacol,6-allyl, o-Allylguaiacol, ortho-eugenol, 3-(2-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)propene

o-Eugenol (CAS 579-60-2) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O2 and a molecular weight of 164.20100 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 251.5ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.05g/cm3 and a flash point of 103.9ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
579-60-2
Jingsj CID
J-43881-3
Molecular Formula
C10H12O2
Molecular Weight
164.20100 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point251.5ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.05g/cm3
Flash Point103.9ºC
Exact Mass164.08400
PSA29.46000
LogP2.12930
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.538(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

Irritant / Health HazardSignal word: Danger
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of o-Eugenol?

The CAS number of o-Eugenol is 579-60-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of o-Eugenol?

o-Eugenol has molecular formula C10H12O2 and molecular weight 164.20100 g/mol.

Is o-Eugenol hazardous?

o-Eugenol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of o-Eugenol?

For o-Eugenol, Upstream Products: 2-(Allyloxy)-3-methoxybenzaldehyde, 1-allyloxy-2-methoxybenzene, Guaiacol; Downstream Products: 3-propylbenzene-1,2-diol, 5,6-Dimethoxy-3,4-dihydronaphthalen-1(2H)-one, 8-Methoxycoumarin.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "o-Eugenol (CAS 579-60-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-43881-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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