1,3-Benzenedimethanol

1,3-苯二甲醇

Also known as: 1,3-Phenylenedimethanol, 1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)benzene, m-Xylene-α,α'-diol, m-Xylylene glycol, Isophthalyl alcohol, [3-(hydroxymethyl)phenyl]methanol, benzene-1,3-diyldimethanol, m-Xylene glycol, 1,3-Phenylenebismethanol, alpha,alpha-dihydroxy-m-xylene

1,3-Benzenedimethanol (CAS 626-18-6) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H10O2 and a molecular weight of 138.164 g/mol. It is also known as 1,3-Phenylenedimethanol, 1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)benzene and m-Xylene-α,α'-diol. Key properties include a melting point of 56-60 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 282.6±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 149.9±16.4 °C. GHS signal word: Warning. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
626-18-6
Jingsj CID
J-45524-0
Molecular Formula
C8H10O2
Chinese Name
1,3-苯二甲醇
Molecular Weight
138.164 g/mol
Category
Solvents
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point56-60 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point282.6±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point149.9±16.4 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1,3-Benzenedimethanol?

The CAS number of 1,3-Benzenedimethanol is 626-18-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,3-Benzenedimethanol?

1,3-Benzenedimethanol has molecular formula C8H10O2 and molecular weight 138.164 g/mol.

Is 1,3-Benzenedimethanol hazardous?

1,3-Benzenedimethanol has GHS signal word Warning.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "1,3-Benzenedimethanol (CAS 626-18-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-45524-0 (accessed 2026-10-22).

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