Sesamol
Also known as: 1,3-Benzodioxol-5-ol, 3,4-Methylenedioxyphenol, 5-Hydroxy-1,3-benzodioxole, 4-Hydroxy-1,2-methylenedioxybenzene, 1-hydroxy-3,4-methylenedioxybenzene, 5-Benzodioxolol, 1,2,4-Benzenetriol methylene ether, Methylene ether of oxyhydroquinone, NSC 59256
Sesamol (CAS 533-31-3) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H6O3 and a molecular weight of 138.121 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 62-65 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 274.0±29.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 119.5±24.3 °C. 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 Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 533-31-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-44515-9
- Molecular Formula
- C7H6O3
- Molecular Weight
- 138.121 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 62-65 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 274.0±29.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 119.5±24.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 138.031693 |
| PSA | 38.69000 |
| LogP | 1.52 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.609 |
| Additional Property | slightly soluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Kapadia GJ, et al. Chemopreventive effect of resveratrol, sesamol, sesame oil and sunflower oil in the Epstein-Barrvirus early antigen activation assay and the mouse skin two-stage carcinogenesis. Pharmacol Res. 2002 Jun;45(6):499-505. [2]. Liu Z, et al. Sesamol Induces Human Hepatocellular Carcinoma Cells Apoptosis by Impairing MitochondrialFunction and Suppressing Autophagy. Sci Rep. 2017 Apr 4;7:45728. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2932999099 |
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| Summary | 2932999099. other heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Sesamol?
The CAS number of Sesamol is 533-31-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Sesamol?
Sesamol has molecular formula C7H6O3 and molecular weight 138.121 g/mol.
Is Sesamol hazardous?
Sesamol 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 Sesamol?
For Sesamol, Upstream Products: 1-(1,3-Benzodioxol-5-yl)propan-1-one, 1,3-Benzodioxole, 5-Chloro-1,3-benzodioxole; Downstream Products: 2-(1,3-benzodioxol-5-yl)-4,4,5,5-tetramethyl-1,3,2-dioxaborolane, Kakuol, Trabectedin.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Sesamol (CAS 533-31-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-44515-9 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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