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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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 251.5ºC at 760mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.05g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 103.9ºC |
| Exact Mass | 164.08400 |
| PSA | 29.46000 |
| LogP | 2.12930 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.538(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- 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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