1,3-Benzenedimethanol
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. 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. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 626-18-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-45524-3
- Molecular Formula
- C8H10O2
- Molecular Weight
- 138.164 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 56-60 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 282.6±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 149.9±16.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 138.068085 |
| PSA | 40.46000 |
| LogP | -0.15 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.584 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2906299090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2906299090 other aromatic 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 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 and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 1,3-Benzenedimethanol?
For 1,3-Benzenedimethanol, Upstream Products: Isophthalaldehyde, m-Xylylenediamine, Dimethyl isophthalate; Downstream Products: (3-(aminomethyl)phenyl)methanol, 1,3-Benzenedimethanethiol, tert-Butyl 3-(hydroxymethyl)benzylcarbamate.
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